Bristol, TN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bristol Police Department serves the city of Bristol, TN in Sullivan County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,214 violent crimes and 3,718 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 114.4 per 100k residents, which is 7.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 160.9 per 100k, 1.7% below 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 CAnnual Rate114.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,214 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents84 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents597 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate160.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,718 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents531 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate139.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,798 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents373 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 114.4 | C | 3214 | 106.2 | +7.7% |
| Property Crime | 160.9 | C | 3718 | 163.6 | -1.7% |
| Rape | 3.6 | C | 84 | 3.5 | +1.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.9 | B | 597 | 22.3 | -19.7% |
| Burglary | 10.7 | A | 531 | 24.0 | -55.3% |
| Larceny | 139.4 | C | 2798 | 116.4 | +19.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.7 | A | 373 | 22.2 | -51.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluff City | 0 miles | A 54.3 | F 325.7 | Violent: 52.5% lower Property: 102.5% higher |
| Elizabethton | 12 miles | B 85.1 | B 141.8 | Violent: 25.7% lower Property: 11.9% lower |
| Jonesborough | 18 miles | A 63.4 | A 47.6 | Violent: 44.6% lower Property: 70.4% lower |
| Mountain City | 25 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 41.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 74.2% lower |
| Erwin | 29 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 17.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 89.5% lower |