Lake Jackson, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lake Jackson Police Department serves the city of Lake Jackson, TX in Brazoria County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,210 violent crimes and 2,736 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 138.5 per 100k residents, which is 30.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 196.8 per 100k, 20.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. 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 Rate138.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,210 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents75 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents229 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate196.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,736 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents271 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate175.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,283 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents179 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 138.5 | D | 2210 | 106.2 | +30.4% |
| Property Crime | 196.8 | D | 2736 | 163.6 | +20.3% |
| Rape | 7.3 | F | 75 | 3.5 | +106.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.3 | A | 229 | 22.3 | -67.2% |
| Burglary | 10.9 | A | 271 | 24.0 | -54.5% |
| Larceny | 175.0 | D | 2283 | 116.4 | +50.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.9 | A | 179 | 22.2 | -50.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richwood | 3 miles | C 105.3 | A 42.1 | Violent: 24.0% lower Property: 78.6% lower |
| Clute | 3 miles | F 244.4 | C 178.6 | Violent: 76.4% higher Property: 9.3% lower |
| Jones Creek | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 48.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.6% lower |
| Freeport | 7 miles | B 85.9 | A 105.0 | Violent: 38.0% lower Property: 46.7% lower |
| Brazoria | 7 miles | A 35.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 74.5% lower Property: N/A |