Red Oak, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Red Oak Police Department serves the city of Red Oak, TX in Ellis County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 583 violent crimes and 1,225 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 78.4 per 100k residents, which is 26.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 109.8 per 100k, 32.9% 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 1 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 BAnnual Rate78.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents583 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate109.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,225 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents215 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate83.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents854 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents152 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 78.4 | B | 583 | 106.2 | -26.2% |
| Property Crime | 109.8 | B | 1225 | 163.6 | -32.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.9 | C | 80 | 22.3 | -6.1% |
| Burglary | 10.4 | A | 215 | 24.0 | -56.5% |
| Larceny | 83.6 | B | 854 | 116.4 | -28.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.7 | B | 152 | 22.2 | -29.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmer | 8 miles | A 16.2 | C 178.3 | Violent: 79.3% lower Property: 62.5% higher |
| Waxahachie | 10 miles | A 65.2 | C 153.6 | Violent: 16.8% lower Property: 39.9% higher |
| Ennis | 13 miles | A 41.1 | B 131.4 | Violent: 47.6% lower Property: 19.8% higher |
| Italy | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 143.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 31.0% higher |
| Midlothian | 13 miles | B 74.5 | B 116.7 | Violent: 5.0% lower Property: 6.3% higher |