La Plata, MD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The La Plata Police Department serves the city of La Plata, MD in Charles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 415 violent crimes and 968 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 64.1 per 100k residents, which is 39.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 219.7 per 100k, 34.3% 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 AAnnual Rate64.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents415 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate27.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents107 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate219.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents968 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate54.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents68 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate146.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents861 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 64.1 | A | 415 | 106.2 | -39.7% |
| Property Crime | 219.7 | D | 968 | 163.6 | +34.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.5 | D | 107 | 22.3 | +23.4% |
| Burglary | 54.9 | F | 68 | 24.0 | +128.6% |
| Larceny | 146.5 | D | 861 | 116.4 | +25.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.3 | B | 37 | 22.2 | -17.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Heights | 24 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 116.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 47.1% lower |
| Morningside | 25 miles | B 83.5 | D 250.4 | Violent: 30.3% higher Property: 14.0% higher |
| Berwyn Heights | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 123.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 43.8% lower |
| Brentwood | 26 miles | A 27.1 | A 54.2 | Violent: 57.7% lower Property: 75.3% lower |
| Fairmount Heights | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 407.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 85.5% higher |