Ashland, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ashland Police Department serves the city of Ashland, WI in Ashland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 331 violent crimes and 1,289 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 101.8 per 100k residents, which is 4.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 267.2 per 100k, 63.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 Rate101.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents331 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate25.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents66 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate267.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,289 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate12.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents115 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate241.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,079 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 101.8 | C | 331 | 106.2 | -4.2% |
| Property Crime | 267.2 | F | 1289 | 163.6 | +63.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 25.4 | C | 66 | 22.3 | +14.3% |
| Burglary | 12.7 | A | 115 | 24.0 | -47.1% |
| Larceny | 241.8 | F | 1079 | 116.4 | +107.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.7 | A | 86 | 22.2 | -42.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn | 15 miles | A 48.5 | A 48.5 | Violent: 52.3% lower Property: 81.8% lower |
| Bayfield | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Iron River | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hurley | 34 miles | A 64.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 37.1% lower Property: N/A |
| Superior | 49 miles | A 64.6 | C 193.8 | Violent: 36.5% lower Property: 27.5% lower |