Linden, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Linden Police Department serves the city of Linden, AL in Marengo County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 184 violent crimes and 151 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 323.3 per 100k residents, which is 204.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 215.5 per 100k, 31.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate323.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents184 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate53.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate215.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents151 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate107.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents40 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate53.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents94 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate53.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 323.3 | F | 184 | 106.2 | +204.4% |
| Property Crime | 215.5 | D | 151 | 163.6 | +31.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 53.9 | F | 41 | 22.3 | +142.1% |
| Burglary | 107.8 | F | 40 | 24.0 | +348.5% |
| Larceny | 53.9 | A | 94 | 116.4 | -53.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 53.9 | F | 17 | 22.2 | +143.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demopolis | 0 miles | F 296.0 | D 251.6 | Violent: 8.4% lower Property: 16.7% higher |
| Thomaston | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Sweet Water | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Butler | 32 miles | A 56.3 | F 281.5 | Violent: 82.6% lower Property: 30.6% higher |
| Gilbertown | 32 miles | F 277.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 14.2% lower Property: N/A |