Vernon County, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Vernon County in LA is served by 1 law enforcement agency. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 308 violent crimes and 591 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 290.8 per 100k residents, which is +173.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 781.5 per 100k, +377.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 Rate290.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents308 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate72.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate781.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents591 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate54.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents112 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate708.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents454 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents23 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 290.8 | F | 308 | 106.2 | +173.8% |
| Property Crime | 781.5 | F | 591 | 163.6 | +377.7% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 0 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 18 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 4 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 72.7 | F | 80 | 22.3 | +226.6% |
| Burglary | 54.5 | F | 112 | 24.0 | +126.9% |
| Larceny | 708.8 | F | 454 | 116.4 | +509.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.2 | B | 23 | 22.2 | -18.0% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Leesville Police Department
Leesville, LA