Wilkinsburg, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wilkinsburg Police Department serves the city of Wilkinsburg, PA in Allegheny County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,112 violent crimes and 1,337 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 130.3 per 100k residents, which is 22.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 173.8 per 100k, 6.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 Rate130.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,112 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate14.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate29.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents131 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate14.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents268 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate173.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,337 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents245 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate86.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents840 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate57.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents243 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 130.3 | D | 1112 | 106.2 | +22.7% |
| Property Crime | 173.8 | C | 1337 | 163.6 | +6.2% |
| Rape | 14.5 | F | 26 | 3.5 | +309.4% |
| Robbery | 29.0 | F | 131 | 5.8 | +397.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.5 | B | 268 | 22.3 | -34.9% |
| Burglary | 29.0 | D | 245 | 24.0 | +20.5% |
| Larceny | 86.9 | B | 840 | 116.4 | -25.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 57.9 | F | 243 | 22.2 | +161.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood | 0 miles | B 72.2 | A 92.8 | Violent: 44.6% lower Property: 46.6% lower |
| Carnegie | 0 miles | A 51.1 | A 63.9 | Violent: 60.8% lower Property: 63.2% lower |
| Harrison Township | 0 miles | A 30.7 | B 112.4 | Violent: 76.5% lower Property: 35.3% lower |
| Kennedy Township | 0 miles | A 35.5 | D 236.7 | Violent: 72.8% lower Property: 36.2% higher |
| South Fayette Township | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 37.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 78.2% lower |