Griffith, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Griffith Police Department serves the city of Griffith, IN in Lake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 497 violent crimes and 1,009 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 111.3 per 100k residents, which is 4.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 154.6 per 100k, 5.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 10 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 Rate111.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents497 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents13 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate154.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,009 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate30.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents100 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate105.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents770 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents136 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 111.3 | C | 497 | 106.2 | +4.8% |
| Property Crime | 154.6 | C | 1009 | 163.6 | -5.5% |
| Rape | 6.2 | F | 13 | 3.5 | +74.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.4 | A | 52 | 22.3 | -44.4% |
| Burglary | 30.9 | D | 100 | 24.0 | +28.7% |
| Larceny | 105.1 | C | 770 | 116.4 | -9.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.6 | B | 136 | 22.2 | -16.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland | 2 miles | A 29.9 | B 145.0 | Violent: 73.2% lower Property: 6.2% lower |
| Schererville | 2 miles | A 50.5 | B 128.1 | Violent: 54.6% lower Property: 17.2% lower |
| Cedar Lake | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 36.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 76.2% lower |
| East Chicago | 4 miles | F 213.3 | C 162.9 | Violent: 91.6% higher Property: 5.4% higher |
| Hobart | 4 miles | C 109.1 | C 156.8 | Violent: 2.0% lower Property: 1.4% higher |