Anoka, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Anoka Police Department serves the city of Anoka, MN in Anoka County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 756 violent crimes and 1,377 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 94.3 per 100k residents, which is 11.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 160.8 per 100k, 1.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. 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 Rate94.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents756 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents161 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate160.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,377 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents143 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate138.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,082 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents142 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 94.3 | B | 756 | 106.2 | -11.2% |
| Property Crime | 160.8 | C | 1377 | 163.6 | -1.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.5 | A | 161 | 22.3 | -75.1% |
| Burglary | 11.1 | A | 143 | 24.0 | -53.8% |
| Larceny | 138.7 | C | 1082 | 116.4 | +19.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.5 | A | 142 | 22.2 | -75.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton | 2 miles | A 19.4 | A 19.4 | Violent: 79.4% lower Property: 87.9% lower |
| Champlin | 2 miles | A 26.4 | A 70.3 | Violent: 72.0% lower Property: 56.3% lower |
| Coon Rapids | 5 miles | A 36.9 | B 120.2 | Violent: 60.9% lower Property: 25.3% lower |
| Osseo | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 39.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.2% lower |
| Brooklyn Park | 7 miles | D 147.7 | D 252.7 | Violent: 56.7% higher Property: 57.1% higher |