Hereford, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hereford Police Department serves the city of Hereford, TX in Deaf Smith County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 759 violent crimes and 1,389 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 136.2 per 100k residents, which is 28.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 170.2 per 100k, 4.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate136.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents759 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents25 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate34.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents265 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate170.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,389 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate27.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents310 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate108.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents891 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate34.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents173 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 136.2 | D | 759 | 106.2 | +28.2% |
| Property Crime | 170.2 | C | 1389 | 163.6 | +4.0% |
| Rape | 6.8 | F | 19 | 3.5 | +92.6% |
| Robbery | 6.8 | C | 25 | 5.8 | +17.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 34.0 | D | 265 | 22.3 | +52.9% |
| Burglary | 27.2 | C | 310 | 24.0 | +13.3% |
| Larceny | 108.9 | C | 891 | 116.4 | -6.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 34.0 | D | 173 | 22.2 | +53.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bovina | 30 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Friona | 30 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Farwell | 30 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 73.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 57.1% lower |
| Dimmitt | 34 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 24.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 85.7% lower |
| Canyon | 39 miles | A 30.8 | A 80.2 | Violent: 77.4% lower Property: 52.9% lower |