Cheney, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Cheney Police Department serves the city of Cheney, WA in Spokane County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 821 violent crimes and 1,157 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 152.4 per 100k residents, which is 43.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 232.6 per 100k, 42.2% 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 6 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 Rate152.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents821 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate16.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents58 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate16.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents13 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate232.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,157 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate64.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents208 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate136.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents832 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate32.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents113 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 152.4 | D | 821 | 106.2 | +43.5% |
| Property Crime | 232.6 | D | 1157 | 163.6 | +42.2% |
| Rape | 16.0 | F | 58 | 3.5 | +353.6% |
| Robbery | 16.0 | F | 13 | 5.8 | +175.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.0 | B | 81 | 22.3 | -27.9% |
| Burglary | 64.2 | F | 208 | 24.0 | +167.0% |
| Larceny | 136.3 | C | 832 | 116.4 | +17.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 32.1 | D | 113 | 22.2 | +44.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airway Heights | 11 miles | A 55.2 | F 432.4 | Violent: 63.8% lower Property: 85.9% higher |
| Spokane Valley | 12 miles | C 104.3 | F 286.4 | Violent: 31.5% lower Property: 23.2% higher |
| Spokane | 14 miles | F 224.2 | F 442.2 | Violent: 47.1% higher Property: 90.1% higher |
| Liberty Lake | 25 miles | A 38.7 | B 108.4 | Violent: 74.6% lower Property: 53.4% lower |
| Odessa | 40 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |