Rockwall, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Rockwall Police Department serves the city of Rockwall, TX in Rockwall County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,697 violent crimes and 3,784 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 73.0 per 100k residents, which is 31.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 142.2 per 100k, 13.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 Rate73.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,697 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents51 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents165 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate142.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,784 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents253 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate136.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,200 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate3.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents331 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 73.0 | B | 1697 | 106.2 | -31.3% |
| Property Crime | 142.2 | B | 3784 | 163.6 | -13.1% |
| Rape | 1.9 | A | 64 | 3.5 | -47.1% |
| Robbery | 1.9 | A | 51 | 5.8 | -67.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.6 | A | 165 | 22.3 | -74.8% |
| Burglary | 1.9 | A | 253 | 24.0 | -92.2% |
| Larceny | 136.6 | C | 3200 | 116.4 | +17.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3.7 | A | 331 | 22.2 | -83.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murphy | 11 miles | A 61.3 | A 75.4 | Violent: 16.1% lower Property: 47.0% lower |
| Parker | 13 miles | A 15.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 78.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Allen | 17 miles | A 38.4 | A 77.6 | Violent: 47.4% lower Property: 45.4% lower |
| Farmersville | 17 miles | B 71.0 | B 141.9 | Violent: 2.8% lower Property: 0.2% lower |
| Balch Springs | 17 miles | A 56.0 | D 239.0 | Violent: 23.2% lower Property: 68.1% higher |