Charleston, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Charleston Police Department serves the city of Charleston, AR in Franklin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 340 violent crimes and 179 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 150.7 per 100k residents, which is 41.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 75.4 per 100k, 53.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate150.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents340 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate37.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate75.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents179 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate75.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents125 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 150.7 | D | 340 | 106.2 | +41.9% |
| Property Crime | 75.4 | A | 179 | 163.6 | -53.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 37.7 | F | 36 | 22.3 | +69.3% |
| Larceny | 75.4 | A | 125 | 116.4 | -35.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozark | 0 miles | D 168.4 | A 28.1 | Violent: 11.8% higher Property: 62.8% lower |
| Altus | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 149.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 97.8% higher |
| Alma | 20 miles | F 185.2 | C 151.5 | Violent: 22.9% higher Property: 101.1% higher |
| Mulberry | 20 miles | F 186.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 23.4% higher Property: N/A |
| Dyer | 20 miles | C 112.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 25.5% lower Property: N/A |