Gilbert, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gilbert Police Department serves the city of Gilbert, AZ in Maricopa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 10,608 violent crimes and 14,381 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 74.7 per 100k residents, which is 29.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 79.0 per 100k, 51.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 8 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 BAnnual Rate74.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents10,608 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents349 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents176 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate3.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,009 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate79.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents14,381 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,760 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate66.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents11,682 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents891 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 74.7 | B | 10608 | 106.2 | -29.7% |
| Property Crime | 79.0 | A | 14381 | 163.6 | -51.7% |
| Rape | 0.7 | A | 349 | 3.5 | -79.6% |
| Robbery | 1.1 | A | 176 | 5.8 | -81.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 3.2 | A | 1009 | 22.3 | -85.5% |
| Burglary | 7.2 | A | 1760 | 24.0 | -70.1% |
| Larceny | 66.8 | A | 11682 | 116.4 | -42.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.0 | A | 891 | 22.2 | -77.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Church of Jesus Christ | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler | 4 miles | B 73.3 | B 143.8 | Violent: 1.9% lower Property: 82.0% higher |
| Mesa | 7 miles | D 134.2 | B 141.1 | Violent: 79.6% higher Property: 78.6% higher |
| Apache Junction | 15 miles | F 171.1 | B 110.0 | Violent: 129.1% higher Property: 39.2% higher |
| Paradise Valley | 16 miles | A 23.9 | B 119.4 | Violent: 68.0% lower Property: 51.1% higher |
| Scottsdale | 17 miles | A 64.0 | C 185.5 | Violent: 14.3% lower Property: 134.8% higher |