Coldwater, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Coldwater Police Department serves the city of Coldwater, MI in Branch County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,156 violent crimes and 1,377 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 92.0 per 100k residents, which is 13.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 176.3 per 100k, 7.8% 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 4 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 BAnnual Rate92.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,156 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents62 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents164 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate176.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,377 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents172 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate153.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,106 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents90 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 92.0 | B | 1156 | 106.2 | -13.4% |
| Property Crime | 176.3 | C | 1377 | 163.6 | +7.8% |
| Rape | 7.7 | F | 62 | 3.5 | +116.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.0 | C | 164 | 22.3 | +3.3% |
| Burglary | 15.3 | A | 172 | 24.0 | -36.2% |
| Larceny | 153.3 | D | 1106 | 116.4 | +31.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.7 | A | 90 | 22.2 | -65.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quincy | 6 miles | A 64.0 | B 128.0 | Violent: 30.4% lower Property: 27.4% lower |
| Bronson | 11 miles | B 86.5 | A 86.5 | Violent: 6.0% lower Property: 50.9% lower |
| Union City | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Reading | 15 miles | B 92.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 0.9% higher Property: N/A |
| Jonesville | 18 miles | B 92.0 | C 183.9 | Violent: 0.0% lower Property: 4.3% higher |