Wayne, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wayne Police Department serves the city of Wayne, MI in Wayne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,530 violent crimes and 1,496 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 244.1 per 100k residents, which is 129.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 151.1 per 100k, 7.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent 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 FHomicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FRobbery
Grade FAggravated Assault
Grade FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CBurglary
Grade DLarceny
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade FCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 244.1 | F | 2530 | 106.2 | +129.9% |
| Property Crime | 151.1 | C | 1496 | 163.6 | -7.6% |
| Homicide | 5.8 | F | 5 | 0.5 | +990.4% |
| Rape | 11.6 | F | 80 | 3.5 | +228.9% |
| Robbery | 17.4 | F | 76 | 5.8 | +199.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 69.8 | F | 550 | 22.3 | +213.4% |
| Burglary | 29.1 | D | 313 | 24.0 | +20.9% |
| Larceny | 63.9 | A | 888 | 116.4 | -45.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 58.1 | F | 280 | 22.2 | +162.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inkster | 3 miles | F 221.4 | C 158.2 | Violent: 9.3% lower Property: 4.6% higher |
| Westland | 3 miles | F 201.3 | B 134.2 | Violent: 17.6% lower Property: 11.2% lower |
| Dearborn Heights | 4 miles | D 166.1 | B 112.3 | Violent: 32.0% lower Property: 25.7% lower |
| Romulus | 4 miles | F 199.5 | C 155.6 | Violent: 18.3% lower Property: 3.0% higher |
| Allen Park | 6 miles | A 68.4 | B 140.4 | Violent: 72.0% lower Property: 7.1% lower |