Lenexa, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lenexa Police Department serves the city of Lenexa, KS in Johnson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,460 violent crimes and 4,356 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 69.3 per 100k residents, which is 34.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 138.6 per 100k, 15.3% below 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 BAnnual Rate69.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,460 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate5.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents48 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents421 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate138.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,356 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents413 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate111.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,290 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents650 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 69.3 | B | 2460 | 106.2 | -34.8% |
| Property Crime | 138.6 | B | 4356 | 163.6 | -15.3% |
| Rape | 1.7 | A | 88 | 3.5 | -52.2% |
| Robbery | 5.1 | B | 48 | 5.8 | -12.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.1 | A | 421 | 22.3 | -54.4% |
| Burglary | 5.1 | A | 413 | 24.0 | -78.9% |
| Larceny | 111.6 | C | 3290 | 116.4 | -4.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.0 | C | 650 | 22.2 | -0.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merriam | 4 miles | B 91.8 | F 468.3 | Violent: 32.5% higher Property: 237.9% higher |
| Shawnee | 4 miles | A 67.0 | B 134.1 | Violent: 3.2% lower Property: 3.2% lower |
| Mission | 5 miles | D 143.6 | F 318.1 | Violent: 107.3% higher Property: 129.5% higher |
| Prairie Village | 6 miles | A 48.0 | A 95.9 | Violent: 30.8% lower Property: 30.8% lower |
| Overland Park | 6 miles | B 78.4 | C 176.5 | Violent: 13.1% higher Property: 27.4% higher |