Hamilton, OH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hamilton Police Department serves the city of Hamilton, OH in Butler County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,588 violent crimes and 8,866 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 178.6 per 100k residents, which is 68.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 161.1 per 100k, 1.5% 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 26 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 Rate178.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,588 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents179 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents242 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate35.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,132 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate161.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,866 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate28.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,586 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate124.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,329 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents794 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 178.6 | F | 7588 | 106.2 | +68.2% |
| Property Crime | 161.1 | C | 8866 | 163.6 | -1.5% |
| Rape | 3.2 | C | 179 | 3.5 | -9.8% |
| Robbery | 6.4 | C | 242 | 5.8 | +9.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 35.1 | D | 1132 | 22.3 | +57.6% |
| Burglary | 28.7 | C | 1586 | 24.0 | +19.5% |
| Larceny | 124.4 | C | 6329 | 116.4 | +6.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.8 | A | 794 | 22.2 | -78.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 26 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield | 3 miles | B 83.7 | C 169.6 | Violent: 53.2% lower Property: 5.3% higher |
| New Miami | 3 miles | A 44.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 74.9% lower Property: N/A |
| Trenton | 3 miles | A 43.8 | A 14.6 | Violent: 75.5% lower Property: 90.9% lower |
| Oxford Township | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| West Chester Township | 3 miles | A 47.7 | A 52.5 | Violent: 73.3% lower Property: 67.4% lower |