Broussard, LA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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10%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

18%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

16%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Broussard_{/100k people}	Louisiana_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	362	n/a (estimate)	2,567	3,377	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	14.2	16.1	6.3
Rape	1	n/a	7.1	43.0	40.0
Robbery	2	n/a	14.2	67.3	66.1
Assault	38	n/a	269.4	502.1	268.2
Violent crime	43	n/a (estimate)	305	629	370
Burglary	75	n/a	531.8	497.8	269.8
Theft	225	n/a	1,595.4	1,940.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	19	n/a	134.7	310.3	282.7
Property crime	319	n/a (estimate)	2,262	2,748	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Broussard, LA

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Broussard is 10.4% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 43 violent crimes reported in Broussard, equivalent to 305 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 17.6%. Additionally, Broussard recorded 319 property crimes, amounting to 2262 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 15.7%.

In terms of the total Broussard crime rate per 100,000 people, it falls within the midrange when compared to other cities across the United States. Our analysis of total crimes, encompassing both violent and property offenses in Broussard, revealed that the reported crime rates closely align with the nationwide average reported by other areas.

While murder rates in the United States have shown a consistent decline since 1990, recent years have witnessed an increase. Unfortunately, Broussard ranks among the cities with the highest murder rates in the nation, when compared to all reporting cities in the U.S. In Broussard, there were a total of 2 murders, translating to 14 murders per 100,000 residents. This alarming statistic underscores the need for heightened attention to community safety and crime prevention efforts in the area.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Broussard?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Broussard. Based on the results of the surveys (5 responses), 60% of people felt that there was very little crime in Broussard and felt safe walking alone at night. While 40% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Broussard a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether Broussard is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, Broussard has an overall crime rate that is 10% higher than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 0.99 daily occurrences, comprising 0.12 violent crimes and 0.87 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of Broussard as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in Broussard Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Broussard. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Broussard has increased by 29.8%. Violent crimes have increased by 59.3%, while property crimes have increased by 26.6%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Broussard

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Broussard crime rates. In Broussard, the poverty rate stands at 16%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Broussard crime rates. Broussard registers a population density of 684.1 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Broussard, 86.8% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

Broussard crime map

The Broussard crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Broussard as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Broussard crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Broussard crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Broussard crime rates are 10% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Broussard are 18% lower than the national average
In Broussard you have a 1 in 39 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Broussard is safer than 31% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Broussard has increased by 26%

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Daily Crime In Broussard (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Broussard, Louisiana is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Broussard are 1.32 times less than the Louisiana average and 1.10 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Broussard are 2.06 times less than than Louisiana and 1.21 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Broussard are 1.21 times less than than Louisiana and 1.16 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Broussard (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Broussard, Louisiana compared to other areas of Louisiana, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Broussard safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Broussard is safer than 66% of Louisiana cities, and 31% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Louisiana, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Broussard. At this time, Broussard sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Broussard

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Broussard is 1 in 328

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Broussard is 1 in 45

The chance of being a victim of crime in Broussard is 1 in 39

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Broussard, Louisiana you have a 1 in 328 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 45 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 39 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Broussard.

Year Over Year Crime In Broussard (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Broussard is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Broussard violent crime rates have increased by 54%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 23% year over year. Total crimes for Broussard has increased by 26% in the same time frame.

Broussard police department

Item	Broussard	Louisiana	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	30	7,311	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.6	4.2	3.3

There are a total of 30 Broussard police officers. This results in 3.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 15% less than the Louisiana average and 10.5% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Louisiana

State	Total offenders	Louisiana_/100K	National_/100K
Louisiana	12,948	286	266

There are a total of 12,948 sex offenders in Louisiana. This yields a total of 286 sex offenders in Louisiana per 100,000 residents which is 8% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Erath, LA	2,286	300	549	849
Milton, LA	2,068	169	739	908
Maurice, LA	2,186	183	800	983
Cade, LA	2,053	222	970	1,192
Cecilia, LA	1,323	249	1,087	1,336
Youngsville, LA	14,118	279	1,220	1,499
Ossun, LA	2,238	282	1,233	1,515
Broussard, LA	12,248	305	2,262	2,567

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Carnot-Moon, PA	12,242	268	1,420	1,689
White House, TN	12,258	161	1,435	1,596
Holly Hill, FL	12,259	307	1,488	1,794
Kelso, WA	12,237	409	4,669	5,077
Palmer Town, MA	12,236	339	952	1,291
Broussard, LA	12,248	305	2,262	2,567

Source: The Broussard, LA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.