Wentzville, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wentzville Police Department serves the city of Wentzville, MO in St Charles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,183 violent crimes and 2,541 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 111.6 per 100k residents, which is 5.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 95.1 per 100k, 41.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 CAnnual Rate111.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,183 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents410 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate95.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,541 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents167 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate76.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,176 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents195 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 111.6 | C | 3183 | 106.2 | +5.1% |
| Property Crime | 95.1 | A | 2541 | 163.6 | -41.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.8 | C | 410 | 22.3 | +11.4% |
| Burglary | 14.5 | A | 167 | 24.0 | -39.8% |
| Larceny | 76.5 | B | 2176 | 116.4 | -34.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.1 | A | 195 | 22.2 | -81.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Peters | 0 miles | A 56.0 | B 125.6 | Violent: 49.8% lower Property: 32.1% higher |
| Cottleville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 17.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 82.0% lower |
| Lake St. Louis | 0 miles | A 36.5 | A 41.7 | Violent: 67.3% lower Property: 56.1% lower |
| O'Fallon | 3 miles | A 63.4 | A 48.6 | Violent: 43.2% lower Property: 48.9% lower |
| St. Charles | 8 miles | A 61.6 | A 72.8 | Violent: 44.8% lower Property: 23.4% lower |