Willoughby, OH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Willoughby Police Department serves the city of Willoughby, OH in Lake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 960 violent crimes and 1,412 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 66.0 per 100k residents, which is 37.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 94.8 per 100k, 42.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 AAnnual Rate66.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents960 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate94.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,412 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents116 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate86.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,218 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 66.0 | A | 960 | 106.2 | -37.9% |
| Property Crime | 94.8 | A | 1412 | 163.6 | -42.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.2 | A | 42 | 22.3 | -63.0% |
| Burglary | 4.1 | A | 116 | 24.0 | -82.9% |
| Larceny | 86.6 | B | 1218 | 116.4 | -25.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.1 | A | 72 | 22.2 | -81.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastlake | 3 miles | A 58.0 | A 75.3 | Violent: 12.1% lower Property: 20.5% lower |
| Willowick | 3 miles | A 14.2 | A 63.8 | Violent: 78.5% lower Property: 32.7% lower |
| Willoughby Hills | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Kirtland | 3 miles | A 14.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 78.0% lower Property: N/A |
| Mayfield Village | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 121.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 28.4% higher |