Sandusky, OH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sandusky Police Department serves the city of Sandusky, OH in Erie County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,016 violent crimes and 3,395 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 148.3 per 100k residents, which is 39.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 177.2 per 100k, 8.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 DAnnual Rate148.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,016 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents66 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents60 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents83 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate177.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,395 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents618 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate135.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,605 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate28.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents158 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 148.3 | D | 3016 | 106.2 | +39.6% |
| Property Crime | 177.2 | C | 3395 | 163.6 | +8.3% |
| Rape | 4.1 | C | 66 | 3.5 | +16.5% |
| Robbery | 4.1 | B | 60 | 5.8 | -29.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.4 | A | 83 | 22.3 | -44.5% |
| Burglary | 12.4 | A | 618 | 24.0 | -48.6% |
| Larceny | 135.9 | C | 2605 | 116.4 | +16.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 28.8 | D | 158 | 22.2 | +30.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perkins Township | 5 miles | B 72.2 | C 184.4 | Violent: 51.3% lower Property: 4.1% higher |
| Bay View | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 166.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 6.1% lower |
| Huron | 9 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 29.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 83.1% lower |
| Catawba Island Township | 10 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Port Clinton | 12 miles | C 117.8 | A 33.7 | Violent: 20.6% lower Property: 81.0% lower |