Forest, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Forest Police Department serves the city of Forest, MS in Scott County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 275 violent crimes and 657 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 94.6 per 100k residents, which is 11.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 227.0 per 100k, 38.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 BAnnual Rate94.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents275 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents100 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate227.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents657 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents349 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate132.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents240 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate75.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents66 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 94.6 | B | 275 | 106.2 | -11.0% |
| Property Crime | 227.0 | D | 657 | 163.6 | +38.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.9 | B | 100 | 22.3 | -15.0% |
| Burglary | 18.9 | B | 349 | 24.0 | -21.3% |
| Larceny | 132.4 | C | 240 | 116.4 | +13.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 75.7 | F | 66 | 22.2 | +241.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morton | 0 miles | F 193.3 | B 138.1 | Violent: 104.4% higher Property: 39.2% lower |
| Brandon | 27 miles | A 42.8 | A 31.2 | Violent: 54.7% lower Property: 86.3% lower |
| Flowood | 27 miles | D 149.8 | D 252.8 | Violent: 58.4% higher Property: 11.4% higher |
| Florence | 27 miles | A 42.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 55.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Ridgeland | 33 miles | C 111.1 | B 139.9 | Violent: 17.5% higher Property: 38.4% lower |