Selma, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Selma Police Department serves the city of Selma, AL in Dallas County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,662 violent crimes and 1,202 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 222.4 per 100k residents, which is 109.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 126.2 per 100k, 22.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 Rate222.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,662 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents18 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate66.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents379 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate126.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,202 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate42.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents322 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate66.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents764 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents99 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 222.4 | F | 1662 | 106.2 | +109.4% |
| Property Crime | 126.2 | B | 1202 | 163.6 | -22.9% |
| Homicide | 6.0 | F | 18 | 0.5 | +1027.9% |
| Robbery | 6.0 | C | 41 | 5.8 | +3.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 66.1 | F | 379 | 22.3 | +197.0% |
| Burglary | 42.1 | F | 322 | 24.0 | +75.1% |
| Larceny | 66.1 | A | 764 | 116.4 | -43.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.0 | A | 99 | 22.2 | -72.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion | 24 miles | A 35.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 84.1% lower Property: N/A |
| Uniontown | 24 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Camden | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Pine Hill | 26 miles | F 980.4 | F 280.1 | Violent: 340.9% higher Property: 121.9% higher |
| Fort Deposit | 30 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 355.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 181.7% higher |