Hazel Park, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hazel Park Police Department serves the city of Hazel Park, MI in Oakland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,273 violent crimes and 1,255 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 135.3 per 100k residents, which is 27.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 182.6 per 100k, 11.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 DAnnual Rate135.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,273 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate40.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents173 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate182.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,255 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents144 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate155.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents918 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents187 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 135.3 | D | 1273 | 106.2 | +27.3% |
| Property Crime | 182.6 | C | 1255 | 163.6 | +11.6% |
| Robbery | 6.8 | C | 26 | 5.8 | +16.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 40.6 | F | 173 | 22.3 | +82.3% |
| Burglary | 20.3 | B | 144 | 24.0 | -15.6% |
| Larceny | 155.5 | D | 918 | 116.4 | +33.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.8 | A | 187 | 22.2 | -69.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale | 1 miles | B 90.2 | B 122.0 | Violent: 33.3% lower Property: 33.2% lower |
| Pleasant Ridge | 2 miles | F 233.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 72.6% higher Property: N/A |
| Highland Park | 4 miles | F 422.8 | D 246.7 | Violent: 212.6% higher Property: 35.1% higher |
| Center Line | 4 miles | A 60.1 | C 156.3 | Violent: 55.5% lower Property: 14.4% lower |
| Madison Heights | 4 miles | C 102.7 | B 141.7 | Violent: 24.0% lower Property: 22.4% lower |