Lawrence, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lawrence Police Department serves the city of Lawrence, IN in Marion County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,376 violent crimes and 5,136 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 119.8 per 100k residents, which is 12.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 217.3 per 100k, 32.8% 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 8 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 Rate119.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,376 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents125 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents323 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents352 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate217.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,136 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate42.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents633 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate117.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,512 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate54.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents970 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 119.8 | C | 3376 | 106.2 | +12.8% |
| Property Crime | 217.3 | D | 5136 | 163.6 | +32.8% |
| Rape | 6.1 | F | 125 | 3.5 | +72.2% |
| Robbery | 8.1 | D | 323 | 5.8 | +39.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.1 | A | 352 | 22.3 | -63.5% |
| Burglary | 42.6 | F | 633 | 24.0 | +77.5% |
| Larceny | 117.8 | C | 3512 | 116.4 | +1.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 54.8 | F | 970 | 22.2 | +147.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beech Grove | 0 miles | C 125.0 | B 111.1 | Violent: 4.4% higher Property: 48.9% lower |
| Indianapolis | 1 miles | F 176.9 | F 317.9 | Violent: 47.6% higher Property: 46.3% higher |
| Speedway | 6 miles | D 147.4 | F 280.0 | Violent: 23.0% higher Property: 28.9% higher |
| Greenwood | 12 miles | B 74.1 | C 178.4 | Violent: 38.2% lower Property: 17.9% lower |
| Zionsville | 14 miles | A 9.2 | A 33.8 | Violent: 92.3% lower Property: 84.5% lower |