Ridgeland, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ridgeland Police Department serves the city of Ridgeland, MS in Madison County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,159 violent crimes and 2,294 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 111.1 per 100k residents, which is 4.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 139.9 per 100k, 14.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 CAnnual Rate111.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,159 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents70 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents307 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate139.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,294 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents279 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate119.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,831 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents180 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 111.1 | C | 1159 | 106.2 | +4.6% |
| Property Crime | 139.9 | B | 2294 | 163.6 | -14.5% |
| Rape | 4.1 | C | 36 | 3.5 | +16.5% |
| Robbery | 12.3 | F | 70 | 5.8 | +112.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.7 | C | 307 | 22.3 | +10.9% |
| Burglary | 8.2 | A | 279 | 24.0 | -65.7% |
| Larceny | 119.3 | C | 1831 | 116.4 | +2.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.3 | A | 180 | 22.2 | -44.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison | 0 miles | A 43.2 | A 14.4 | Violent: 61.1% lower Property: 89.7% lower |
| Jackson | 25 miles | D 158.6 | F 426.2 | Violent: 42.8% higher Property: 204.6% higher |
| Brandon | 26 miles | A 42.8 | A 31.2 | Violent: 61.4% lower Property: 77.7% lower |
| Flowood | 26 miles | D 149.8 | D 252.8 | Violent: 34.8% higher Property: 80.7% higher |
| Florence | 26 miles | A 42.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 62.2% lower Property: N/A |