Penn Hills, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Penn Hills Police Department serves the city of Penn Hills, PA in Allegheny County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,573 violent crimes and 2,498 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 153.7 per 100k residents, which is 44.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 100.8 per 100k, 38.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape 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 DAnnual Rate153.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,573 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate5.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents103 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents338 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate100.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,498 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents413 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate60.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,781 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents266 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 153.7 | D | 1573 | 106.2 | +44.7% |
| Property Crime | 100.8 | A | 2498 | 163.6 | -38.4% |
| Rape | 2.5 | B | 43 | 3.5 | -28.7% |
| Robbery | 5.0 | B | 103 | 5.8 | -13.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.7 | C | 338 | 22.3 | +1.9% |
| Burglary | 20.2 | B | 413 | 24.0 | -16.1% |
| Larceny | 60.5 | A | 1781 | 116.4 | -48.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.6 | A | 266 | 22.2 | -43.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill | 3 miles | A 33.0 | A 65.9 | Violent: 78.6% lower Property: 34.6% lower |
| Blawnox | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Verona | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 250.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 148.4% higher |
| Oakmont | 4 miles | A 30.1 | A 75.4 | Violent: 80.4% lower Property: 25.2% lower |
| Plum | 4 miles | A 34.1 | A 11.3 | Violent: 77.8% lower Property: 88.7% lower |