Benton, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Benton Police Department serves the city of Benton, AR in Saline County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,490 violent crimes and 5,679 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 123.1 per 100k residents, which is 15.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 227.5 per 100k, 39.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 CAnnual Rate123.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,490 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents104 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents90 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate32.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents716 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate227.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,679 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate37.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents834 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate179.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,325 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents493 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 123.1 | C | 3490 | 106.2 | +15.9% |
| Property Crime | 227.5 | D | 5679 | 163.6 | +39.1% |
| Rape | 2.7 | B | 104 | 3.5 | -24.2% |
| Robbery | 2.7 | A | 90 | 5.8 | -53.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 32.1 | D | 716 | 22.3 | +44.3% |
| Burglary | 37.5 | D | 834 | 24.0 | +56.0% |
| Larceny | 179.3 | D | 4325 | 116.4 | +54.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.7 | A | 493 | 22.2 | -51.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryant | 6 miles | A 45.7 | F 278.8 | Violent: 62.9% lower Property: 22.5% higher |
| Shannon Hills | 8 miles | A 64.0 | A 85.3 | Violent: 48.1% lower Property: 62.5% lower |
| Malvern | 19 miles | B 72.6 | F 290.4 | Violent: 41.1% lower Property: 27.6% higher |
| Cammack Village | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 133.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 41.4% lower |
| Sheridan | 21 miles | A 38.8 | B 135.8 | Violent: 68.5% lower Property: 40.3% lower |