Goshen, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Goshen Police Department serves the city of Goshen, IN in Elkhart County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,155 violent crimes and 3,046 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 125.3 per 100k residents, which is 18.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 262.3 per 100k, 60.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 9 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate125.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,155 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents58 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents214 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate262.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,046 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate17.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents375 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate230.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,374 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate14.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents278 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 125.3 | C | 2155 | 106.2 | +18.0% |
| Property Crime | 262.3 | F | 3046 | 163.6 | +60.3% |
| Rape | 2.9 | B | 58 | 3.5 | -17.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.7 | A | 214 | 22.3 | -60.7% |
| Burglary | 17.5 | B | 375 | 24.0 | -27.2% |
| Larceny | 230.2 | F | 2374 | 116.4 | +97.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.6 | B | 278 | 22.2 | -34.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 9 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Buddhist | 6 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart | 10 miles | F 204.6 | F 282.7 | Violent: 63.2% higher Property: 7.8% higher |
| Nappanee | 13 miles | D 160.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 27.7% higher Property: N/A |
| Ligonier | 15 miles | A 22.9 | A 68.6 | Violent: 81.7% lower Property: 73.8% lower |
| Mishawaka | 19 miles | C 104.2 | D 200.6 | Violent: 16.8% lower Property: 23.5% lower |
| South Bend | 23 miles | F 237.9 | C 187.4 | Violent: 89.8% higher Property: 28.6% lower |