Gilchrist County, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Gilchrist County in FL is served by 6 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 282 violent crimes and 284 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 1053.3 per 100k residents, which is 891.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 942.0 per 100k, 475.8% above 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 Rate1053.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents282 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents10 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate161.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents58 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate942.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents284 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate273.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents102 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate614.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents146 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate50.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 1053.3 | F | 282 | 106.2 | +891.7% |
| Property Crime | 942.0 | F | 284 | 163.6 | +475.8% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 0 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 6.0 | F | 10 | 3.5 | +71.1% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 2 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 161.0 | F | 58 | 22.3 | +623.4% |
| Burglary | 273.6 | F | 102 | 24.0 | +1038.8% |
| Larceny | 614.5 | F | 146 | 116.4 | +428.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 50.8 | F | 35 | 22.2 | +129.3% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Gilchrist County Sheriff's Office
Trenton Police Department
Trenton, FL