Independence County, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Independence County in AR is served by 1 law enforcement agency. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 522 violent crimes and 1,153 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 143.4 per 100k residents, which is +35.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 143.4 per 100k, -12.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 Rate143.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents522 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate26.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents127 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate143.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,153 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents206 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate89.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents848 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents97 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 143.4 | D | 522 | 106.2 | +35.0% |
| Property Crime | 143.4 | B | 1153 | 163.6 | -12.4% |
| Homicide | 9.0 | F | 3 | 0.5 | +1581.6% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 102 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 6 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.9 | D | 127 | 22.3 | +20.8% |
| Burglary | 35.8 | D | 206 | 24.0 | +49.2% |
| Larceny | 89.6 | B | 848 | 116.4 | -23.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.9 | B | 97 | 22.2 | -19.2% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Batesville Police Department
Batesville, AR