Southfield, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Southfield Police Department serves the city of Southfield, MI in Oakland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,831 violent crimes and 8,485 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 261.5 per 100k residents, which is 146.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 196.1 per 100k, 19.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 29 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 FAnnual Rate261.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,831 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents216 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents262 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate40.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,163 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate196.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,485 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate26.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,276 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate128.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,072 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate41.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,113 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 261.5 | F | 7831 | 106.2 | +146.2% |
| Property Crime | 196.1 | C | 8485 | 163.6 | +19.9% |
| Rape | 4.0 | C | 216 | 3.5 | +13.1% |
| Robbery | 6.7 | C | 262 | 5.8 | +14.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 40.0 | F | 1163 | 22.3 | +79.8% |
| Burglary | 26.7 | C | 1276 | 24.0 | +11.0% |
| Larceny | 128.1 | C | 5072 | 116.4 | +10.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 41.4 | F | 2113 | 22.2 | +86.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 29 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 3 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Jewish | 6 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 13 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lathrup Village | 1 miles | A 25.0 | A 100.0 | Violent: 90.4% lower Property: 49.0% lower |
| Beverly Hills | 3 miles | A 38.6 | A 9.6 | Violent: 85.2% lower Property: 95.1% lower |
| Berkley | 3 miles | A 20.2 | A 74.0 | Violent: 92.3% lower Property: 62.3% lower |
| Franklin | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 97.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 50.4% lower |
| Farmington | 5 miles | A 44.1 | A 44.1 | Violent: 83.1% lower Property: 77.5% lower |