Melvindale, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Melvindale Police Department serves the city of Melvindale, MI in Wayne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,244 violent crimes and 1,055 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 71.8 per 100k residents, which is 32.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 143.6 per 100k, 12.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate71.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,244 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate31.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents317 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate143.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,055 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents159 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate79.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents689 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate55.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents195 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 71.8 | B | 1244 | 106.2 | -32.4% |
| Property Crime | 143.6 | B | 1055 | 163.6 | -12.3% |
| Robbery | 8.0 | D | 29 | 5.8 | +37.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 31.9 | D | 317 | 22.3 | +43.3% |
| Burglary | 8.0 | A | 159 | 24.0 | -66.8% |
| Larceny | 79.8 | B | 689 | 116.4 | -31.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 55.8 | F | 195 | 22.2 | +151.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Rouge | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lincoln Park | 2 miles | D 164.1 | C 166.7 | Violent: 128.6% higher Property: 16.1% higher |
| Dearborn | 3 miles | B 94.6 | C 191.1 | Violent: 31.8% higher Property: 33.1% higher |
| Allen Park | 4 miles | A 68.4 | B 140.4 | Violent: 4.7% lower Property: 2.2% lower |
| Ecorse | 4 miles | F 220.1 | C 176.1 | Violent: 206.6% higher Property: 22.7% higher |