Palmetto, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Palmetto Police Department serves the city of Palmetto, FL in Manatee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,105 violent crimes and 1,423 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 1998.7 per 100k residents, which is 1781.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 2478.4 per 100k, 1414.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 Rate1998.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,105 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate50.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate87.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents46 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate399.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents224 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate2478.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,423 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate254.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents157 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate2027.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,171 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate196.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents95 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 1998.7 | F | 1105 | 106.2 | +1781.8% |
| Property Crime | 2478.4 | F | 1423 | 163.6 | +1414.8% |
| Homicide | 14.5 | F | 7 | 0.5 | +2628.8% |
| Rape | 50.9 | F | 28 | 3.5 | +1338.7% |
| Robbery | 87.2 | F | 46 | 5.8 | +1399.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 399.7 | F | 224 | 22.3 | +1696.0% |
| Burglary | 254.4 | F | 157 | 24.0 | +958.7% |
| Larceny | 2027.8 | F | 1171 | 116.4 | +1642.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 196.2 | F | 95 | 22.2 | +785.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradenton | 2 miles | F 180.7 | B 123.4 | Violent: 91.0% lower Property: 95.0% lower |
| Bradenton Beach | 8 miles | F 433.4 | F 2491.9 | Violent: 78.3% lower Property: 0.5% higher |
| Holmes Beach | 8 miles | F 359.5 | F 1078.4 | Violent: 82.0% lower Property: 56.5% lower |
| Longboat Key | 9 miles | A 39.4 | A 52.6 | Violent: 98.0% lower Property: 97.9% lower |
| St. Petersburg | 18 miles | F 1875.4 | F 2687.6 | Violent: 6.2% lower Property: 8.4% higher |