Westland, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Westland Police Department serves the city of Westland, MI in Wayne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,357 violent crimes and 5,627 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 201.3 per 100k residents, which is 89.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 134.2 per 100k, 18.0% 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 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 Rate201.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,357 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents296 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents158 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate37.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,363 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate134.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,627 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents827 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate93.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,963 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents773 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 201.3 | F | 8357 | 106.2 | +89.5% |
| Property Crime | 134.2 | B | 5627 | 163.6 | -18.0% |
| Rape | 3.6 | C | 296 | 3.5 | +1.5% |
| Robbery | 4.8 | B | 158 | 5.8 | -17.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 37.1 | F | 1363 | 22.3 | +66.9% |
| Burglary | 8.4 | A | 827 | 24.0 | -65.1% |
| Larceny | 93.5 | B | 3963 | 116.4 | -19.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.9 | D | 773 | 22.2 | +35.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne | 3 miles | F 244.1 | C 151.1 | Violent: 21.3% higher Property: 12.6% higher |
| Plymouth Township | 3 miles | A 29.3 | A 32.9 | Violent: 85.5% lower Property: 75.5% lower |
| Canton Township | 5 miles | B 70.8 | B 143.6 | Violent: 64.8% lower Property: 7.0% higher |
| Plymouth | 5 miles | A 10.9 | A 21.7 | Violent: 94.6% lower Property: 83.8% lower |
| Inkster | 5 miles | F 221.4 | C 158.2 | Violent: 10.0% higher Property: 17.9% higher |