Olive Branch, MS Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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7%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

15%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

5%

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}	Olive Branch_{/100k people}	Mississippi_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	883	n/a (estimate)	2,172	1,992	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	4.9	7.8	6.3
Rape	11	n/a	27.1	33.7	40.0
Robbery	10	n/a	24.6	25.6	66.1
Assault	105	n/a	258.3	178.0	268.2
Violent crime	128	n/a (estimate)	315	245	370
Burglary	60	n/a	147.6	350.2	269.8
Theft	602	n/a	1,480.9	1,222.6	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	93	n/a	228.8	173.9	282.7
Property crime	755	n/a (estimate)	1,857	1,747	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Olive Branch, MS

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Olive Branch crime rate is lower than the national average by 6.5%. Specifically, there were 128 violent crimes in Olive Branch, equivalent to 315 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 14.9%. Furthermore, Olive Branch recorded 755 property crimes, amounting to 1857 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 5%.

The Olive Branch crime rate is about average when compared to all the other cities across the U.S. per 100,000 residents. When we compared the total crimes (violent and property) in Olive Branch, we found that the reported crime rates were almost equal to the average of all other areas that reported crime.

The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Olive Branch is very similar to the national average. Olive Branch had a property crime rate of 1857, while the national average was 1954. Based on these numbers, you could expect an average amount of property crime in this area.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Olive Branch?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Olive Branch residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 25 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 52% of Olive Branch residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 48% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Olive Branch a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Olive Branch is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Olive Branch has a total crime rate that is 7% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 2.42 daily crimes (0.35 violent daily crimes and 2.07 daily property crimes) in Olive Branch.

Has Crime in Olive Branch Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Olive Branch. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Olive Branch has increased by 7%. Violent crimes have didn't change by 0%, while property crimes have increased by 8.3%. 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 Olive Branch

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. Olive Branch, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 2.1%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Law enforcement and community policing efforts can play a pivotal role in shaping crime rates. Establishing a robust and cooperative partnership between the police and the community can act as a deterrent to criminal behavior and enhance overall safety. In Olive Branch, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents differs from the national average, with 2.93 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents compared to 3.25 nationally. Effective law enforcement often hinges on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and collaboration between law enforcement and the community. It's not solely about the quantity of officers but also the quality of their engagement with the community.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Olive Branch has a median home price of $188,800, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Olive Branch crime map

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

Olive Branch crime rates are 7% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Olive Branch are 15% lower than the national average
In Olive Branch you have a 1 in 47 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Olive Branch is safer than 34% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Olive Branch has increased by 6%

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Daily Crime In Olive Branch (per 100,000 people)

The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Olive Branch, MS per 100,000 people. In Olive Branch, the total number of daily crimes is 1.09 times more than the Mississippi average and 1.07 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Olive Branch is 1.29 times more than the Mississippi average and 1.17 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Olive Branch has a daily crime rate that is 1.06 times more than the Mississippi average and 1.05 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Olive Branch (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Olive Branch to every other city in Mississippi, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Olive Branch safe? The gauges above illustrate that Olive Branch is safer than 37% of every city located within Mississippi along with 34% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Mississippi and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Olive Branch, MS is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Olive Branch

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Olive Branch is 1 in 318

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Olive Branch is 1 in 54

The chance of being a victim of crime in Olive Branch is 1 in 47

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Olive Branch, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 318. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 54 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Olive Branch is 1 in 47.

Year Over Year Crime In Olive Branch (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Olive Branch, Mississippi (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Olive Branch has decreased by 1%, the amount of property crime in Olive Branch has increased by 7%, and the total amount of crime in Olive Branch has increased by 6% year over year.

Olive Branch police department

Item	Olive Branch	Mississippi	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	100	4,806	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.9	3.8	3.3

There are a total of 100 Olive Branch police officers. This results in 2.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 23.1% less than the Mississippi average and 9.9% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Mississippi

State	Total offenders	Mississippi_/100K	National_/100K
Mississippi	11,060	380	266

There are a total of 11,060 sex offenders in Mississippi. This yields a total of 380 sex offenders in Mississippi per 100,000 residents which is 43% 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}
Bridgetown, MS	2,580	38	274	312
Piperton, TN	2,375	87	323	410
Lynchburg, MS	2,216	70	497	567
Hernando, MS	16,206	91	641	732
Collierville, TN	50,596	148	1,188	1,336
Germantown, TN	39,196	169	1,530	1,699
Horn Lake, MS	27,234	150	2,095	2,245
Olive Branch, MS	38,270	315	1,857	2,172

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Waipahu, HI	38,276	313	2,929	3,242
Tupelo, MS	38,251	386	4,116	4,503
Stanton, CA	38,317	402	2,106	2,508
Brighton, CO	38,355	413	2,934	3,347
Pahrump, NV	38,390	632	3,312	3,944
Olive Branch, MS	38,270	315	1,857	2,172

Source: The Olive Branch, MS 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.