Van Buren County, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Van Buren County in AR is served by 2 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 897 violent crimes and 1,009 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 204.9 per 100k residents, which is 92.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 109.8 per 100k, 32.9% 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 FAnnual Rate204.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents897 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate13.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate26.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents201 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate109.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,009 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate41.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents194 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate59.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents613 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents177 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 204.9 | F | 897 | 106.2 | +92.9% |
| Property Crime | 109.8 | B | 1009 | 163.6 | -32.9% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 4 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 13.1 | F | 35 | 3.5 | +269.4% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 2 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.1 | C | 201 | 22.3 | +17.4% |
| Burglary | 41.8 | F | 194 | 24.0 | +74.1% |
| Larceny | 59.3 | A | 613 | 116.4 | -49.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.7 | A | 177 | 22.2 | -60.7% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Van Buren County Sheriff's Office
Clinton Police Department
Clinton, AR