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34%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
57%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
29%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleArlington/100k peopleTexas/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime12,158n/a (estimate)3,1052,7322,324
Murder16n/a4.16.76.3
Rape336n/a85.850.040.0
Robbery276n/a70.570.566.1
Assault1,644n/a419.8304.7268.2
Violent crime2,272n/a (estimate)580432370
Burglary1,024n/a261.5334.3269.8
Theft7,625n/a1,947.21,634.41,401.9
Vehicle theft1,237n/a315.9331.2282.7
Property crime9,886n/a (estimate)2,5252,3001,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Arlington, TX

The Arlington crime rates are 33.6% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 2272 violent crimes in Arlington (580 per 100,000 people), which is 56.9% higher than the national average and there were a total of 9886 property crimes (2525 per 100,000 residents) which is 29.2% higher than average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Arlington?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Arlington. Based on the results of the surveys (146 responses), 36% of people felt that there was very little crime in Arlington and felt safe walking alone at night. While 64% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Arlington a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Arlington 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. Arlington has a total crime rate that is 34% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 33.31 daily crimes (6.22 violent daily crimes and 27.08 daily property crimes) in Arlington.

Has Crime in Arlington Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Arlington. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Arlington has decreased by 3.2%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 0.1%, while property crime has decreased by 3.9%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Arlington.

Arlington Neighborhood Crime Rates

Arlington is a large urban city with at least 8 distinct neighborhoods. As a result, crime rates will differ dramatically from one neighborhood to the next. Typically, high density neighborhoods that are located close to the city center, experience more crime than neighborhoods on the outskirts of the city. Some of the safest neighborhoods in Arlington include: Pantego, Dalworthington Gardens and Southwest. Some neighborhoods that have a higher number of reported crime that you might want to avoid include: Central, North and East.

Potential Causes for Crime in Arlington

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 Arlington crime rates. For instance, in Arlington, the population density stands at 4145.1 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Arlington, the cost of living is 6.63% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in Arlington are $1,089, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

Arlington crime map



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

  • Arlington crime rates are 34% higher than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Arlington are 57% higher than the national average
  • In Arlington you have a 1 in 33 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Arlington is safer than 14% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Arlington has decreased by 1%

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        Daily Crime In Arlington (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Arlington, TX per 100,000 people. In Arlington, the total number of daily crimes is 1.14 times more than the Texas average and 1.34 times more than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Arlington is 1.34 times more than the Texas average and 1.57 times more than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Arlington has a daily crime rate that is 1.10 times more than the Texas average and 1.29 times more than the national average.

        How Safe is Arlington (higher is better)

        What are the odds that you'll be safer in Arlington, Texas compared to other areas of Texas, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Arlington safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Arlington is safer than 11% of Texas cities, and 14% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Texas, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Arlington. At this time, Arlington sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Arlington

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Arlington is 1 in 173
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Arlington is 1 in 40
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Arlington is 1 in 33
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Arlington? If you reside in Arlington, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 173. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 40 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Arlington, is 1 in 33.

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

        A good indicator of whether Arlington is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Arlington has increased by 3%, while the property crime rate in Arlington has decreased by 1% year over year. The number of total crimes in Arlington has decreased by 1% year over year.

        Arlington police department

        Item Arlington Texas National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)82046,020558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.23.03.3
        There are a total of 820 Arlington police officers. This results in 2.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 28.1% less than the Texas average and 33.5% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Texas

        State Total offenders Texas /100K National /100K
        Texas95,281443266
        There are a total of 95,281 sex offenders in Texas. This yields a total of 443 sex offenders in Texas per 100,000 residents which is 67% 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
        Dalworthington Gardens, TX2,19268361429
        Blue Mound, TX2,317129301430
        Ovilla, TX4,01069412481
        Colleyville, TX26,76658436494
        Keller, TX46,88598668765
        Everman, TX6,2321508841,035
        Edgecliff Village, TX3,0071819651,146
        Arlington, TX397,2695802,5253,105

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Tampa, FL395,9124971,6742,170
        Tulsa, OK402,4419294,2725,201
        New Orleans, LA391,2491,4444,6416,085
        Wichita, KS390,5669313,5244,454
        Cleveland, OH383,3311,6144,3175,931
        Arlington, TX397,2695802,5253,105
        Source: The Arlington, TX 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.