Waxahachie, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Waxahachie Police Department serves the city of Waxahachie, TX in Ellis County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,782 violent crimes and 3,619 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 65.2 per 100k residents, which is 38.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 153.6 per 100k, 6.1% 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 10 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 AAnnual Rate65.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,782 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents311 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate153.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,619 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents357 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate128.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,912 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents344 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 65.2 | A | 1782 | 106.2 | -38.6% |
| Property Crime | 153.6 | C | 3619 | 163.6 | -6.1% |
| Rape | 6.3 | F | 98 | 3.5 | +78.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.5 | A | 311 | 22.3 | -52.7% |
| Burglary | 14.7 | A | 357 | 24.0 | -38.7% |
| Larceny | 128.3 | C | 2912 | 116.4 | +10.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.5 | A | 344 | 22.2 | -52.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 3 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennis | 4 miles | A 41.1 | B 131.4 | Violent: 37.0% lower Property: 14.4% lower |
| Italy | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 143.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 6.3% lower |
| Midlothian | 4 miles | B 74.5 | B 116.7 | Violent: 14.2% higher Property: 24.0% lower |
| Milford | 4 miles | D 133.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 105.0% higher Property: N/A |
| Palmer | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |