Plainview, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Plainview Police Department serves the city of Plainview, TX in Hale County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,466 violent crimes and 2,293 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 124.1 per 100k residents, which is 16.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 150.0 per 100k, 8.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 CAnnual Rate124.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,466 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents271 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate150.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,293 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents507 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate129.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,585 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents194 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 124.1 | C | 1466 | 106.2 | +16.9% |
| Property Crime | 150.0 | C | 2293 | 163.6 | -8.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.5 | B | 271 | 22.3 | -30.3% |
| Burglary | 10.3 | A | 507 | 24.0 | -57.0% |
| Larceny | 129.3 | C | 1585 | 116.4 | +11.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.3 | A | 194 | 22.2 | -53.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hale Center | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 50.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 66.6% lower |
| Kress | 24 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Tulia | 24 miles | A 23.0 | D 206.7 | Violent: 81.5% lower Property: 37.8% higher |
| Floydada | 25 miles | C 117.2 | C 195.3 | Violent: 5.6% lower Property: 30.2% higher |
| Littlefield | 38 miles | B 70.1 | C 157.7 | Violent: 43.5% lower Property: 5.1% higher |