Alton, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Alton Police Department serves the city of Alton, TX in Hidalgo County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 869 violent crimes and 1,099 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 73.7 per 100k residents, which is 30.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 88.4 per 100k, 46.0% 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 BAnnual Rate73.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents869 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents40 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate44.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents526 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate88.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,099 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents203 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate49.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents795 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents95 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 73.7 | B | 869 | 106.2 | -30.6% |
| Property Crime | 88.4 | A | 1099 | 163.6 | -46.0% |
| Rape | 4.9 | D | 22 | 3.5 | +38.8% |
| Robbery | 4.9 | B | 40 | 5.8 | -15.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 44.2 | F | 526 | 22.3 | +98.6% |
| Burglary | 29.5 | D | 203 | 24.0 | +22.6% |
| Larceny | 49.1 | A | 795 | 116.4 | -57.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.8 | A | 95 | 22.2 | -55.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edcouch | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Edinburg | 0 miles | F 180.0 | C 163.9 | Violent: 144.2% higher Property: 85.4% higher |
| Elsa | 0 miles | F 176.6 | F 300.2 | Violent: 139.7% higher Property: 239.5% higher |
| La Villa | 0 miles | D 129.4 | C 194.1 | Violent: 75.6% higher Property: 119.5% higher |
| Mcallen | 0 miles | D 148.3 | C 173.0 | Violent: 101.2% higher Property: 95.6% higher |