Holland, MI Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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29%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

13%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

32%

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}	Holland_{/100k people}	Michigan_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	562	n/a (estimate)	1,661	1,998	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	5.9	6.9	6.3
Rape	43	n/a	127.1	64.8	40.0
Robbery	5	n/a	14.8	36.6	66.1
Assault	59	n/a	174.4	352.7	268.2
Violent crime	109	n/a (estimate)	322	461	370
Burglary	18	n/a	53.2	214.3	269.8
Theft	405	n/a	1,196.9	1,055.3	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	30	n/a	88.7	267.2	282.7
Property crime	453	n/a (estimate)	1,339	1,537	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Holland, MI

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Holland is 28.5% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Holland, there were 109 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 322 per 100,000 individuals, 12.9% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 453 property crimes, amounting to 1339 per 100,000 residents, 31.5% lower than the U.S. average.

For violent crimes per 100,000 people, Holland has a rate of violent crime that is very close to the national average. There were a total of 322 violent crimes, while the national average reported 370. This is an indication that the level of crime is essentially on par with all other cities.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Holland?

What do the local residents think about crime in Holland? Well, based on a recent survey of 30 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 50% of Holland residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 50% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Holland a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Holland a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Holland crime rate is 29% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 1.54 crimes per day - 0.3 violent crimes and 1.24 property crimes.

Has Crime in Holland Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Holland has decreased by 3.8% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Holland is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has decreased by 17.4%, while property crime has decreased by 0.2%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Holland.

Potential Causes for Crime in Holland

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Holland, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 2.4%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Holland crime rates. For instance, in Holland, the population density stands at 1997.8 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

Holland has an average rental rate of $908 per month, compared to the national average of $949. In areas with high rental costs, some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions. Overcrowding can lead to increased stress and tension, which may contribute to domestic disputes and related property or violent crimes. Addressing affordable housing and economic mobility can be important strategies for reducing crime in such areas.

Holland crime map

The Holland crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Holland 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 Holland crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Holland 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

Holland crime rates are 29% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Holland are 13% lower than the national average
In Holland you have a 1 in 61 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Holland is safer than 39% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Holland has decreased by 6%

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Daily Crime In Holland (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Holland, Michigan is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Holland are 1.20 times less than the Michigan average and 1.40 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Holland are 1.43 times less than than Michigan and 1.15 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Holland are 1.15 times less than than Michigan and 1.46 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Holland (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Michigan and all other cities across the US, is Holland safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Holland is safer than 35% of other cities in the state of Michigan. In addition, Holland is safer than 39% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Michigan and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Holland. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Holland is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Holland

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Holland is 1 in 311

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Holland is 1 in 75

The chance of being a victim of crime in Holland is 1 in 61

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Holland, Michigan? If you reside in Holland, then there is a 1 in 311 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 75. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 61 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Holland.

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

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Holland, MI is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Holland has decreased by 19%, while the property crime rate in Holland has decreased by 2% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Holland has decreased by 6% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Holland police department

Item	Holland	Michigan	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	64	10,515	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.9	2.1	3.3

There are a total of 64 Holland police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 7% less than the Michigan average and 40.9% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Michigan

State	Total offenders	Michigan_/100K	National_/100K
Michigan	40,460	414	266

There are a total of 40,460 sex offenders in Michigan. This yields a total of 414 sex offenders in Michigan per 100,000 residents which is 56% 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}
Fennville, MI	1,939	0	58	58
Douglas, MI	1,107	88	294	382
Saugatuck, MI	899	186	621	807
Zeeland, MI	5,540	247	635	882
Beechwood, MI	2,966	234	781	1,015
Hudsonville, MI	7,353	396	1,320	1,716
Jenison, MI	17,851	455	1,518	1,974
Holland, MI	33,329	322	1,339	1,661

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Hinesville, GA	33,304	621	2,649	3,270
Lexington, MA	33,304	44	286	330
Alabaster, AL	33,373	97	2,096	2,193
Cedar City, UT	33,404	79	1,317	1,396
Springville, UT	33,251	108	1,043	1,152
Holland, MI	33,329	322	1,339	1,661

Source: The Holland, MI 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.