Southgate, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Southgate Police Department serves the city of Southgate, MI in Wayne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,390 violent crimes and 3,000 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 223.4 per 100k residents, which is 110.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 159.1 per 100k, 2.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 Rate223.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,390 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents59 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents399 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate159.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,000 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents300 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate115.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,370 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate30.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents310 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 223.4 | F | 2390 | 106.2 | +110.4% |
| Property Crime | 159.1 | C | 3000 | 163.6 | -2.7% |
| Robbery | 6.8 | C | 59 | 5.8 | +16.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.3 | C | 399 | 22.3 | -8.7% |
| Burglary | 13.5 | A | 300 | 24.0 | -43.7% |
| Larceny | 115.1 | C | 2370 | 116.4 | -1.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 30.5 | D | 310 | 22.2 | +37.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 2 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview | 2 miles | A 57.7 | A 82.5 | Violent: 74.2% lower Property: 48.2% lower |
| Wyandotte | 3 miles | D 144.1 | A 70.0 | Violent: 35.5% lower Property: 56.0% lower |
| Taylor | 3 miles | F 210.4 | C 147.3 | Violent: 5.8% lower Property: 7.4% lower |
| Lincoln Park | 4 miles | D 164.1 | C 166.7 | Violent: 26.5% lower Property: 4.8% higher |
| Brownstown Township | 4 miles | C 126.6 | A 57.3 | Violent: 43.3% lower Property: 64.0% lower |