Lynn Haven, FL Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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63%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

61%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

63%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Lynn Haven_{/100k people}	Florida_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	166	n/a (estimate)	785	1,688	2,119
Murder	1	n/a	4.7	3.9	5.0
Rape	4	n/a	18.9	27.9	37.5
Robbery	3	n/a	14.2	38.2	60.6
Assault	22	n/a	104.0	197.1	256.1
Violent crime	30	n/a (estimate)	142	267	359
Burglary	18	n/a	85.1	152.5	229.2
Theft	112	n/a	529.5	1,144.9	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	6	n/a	28.4	123.0	258.8
Property crime	136	n/a (estimate)	643	1,420	1,760

Lynn Haven crime map

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

Lynn Haven crime rates are 63% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Lynn Haven are 61% lower than the national average
In Lynn Haven you have a 1 in 128 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Lynn Haven is safer than 44% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Lynn Haven has decreased by 12%

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Daily Crime In Lynn Haven (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Lynn Haven for every 100,000 residents. The Lynn Haven total amount of daily crime is 2.15 times less than the Florida average and 2.70 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Lynn Haven, is 1.88 times less than the Florida average, and it is 2.53 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Lynn Haven has a daily crime average that is 2.21 times less than the Florida average and 2.74 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Lynn Haven (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Lynn Haven in comparison to other Florida communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Lynn Haven safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Lynn Haven being safer than 49% of cities in Florida and 44% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Florida cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Lynn Haven. In conclusion, Lynn Haven ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Lynn Haven

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Lynn Haven is 1 in 706

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Lynn Haven is 1 in 156

The chance of being a victim of crime in Lynn Haven is 1 in 128

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Lynn Haven? If you reside in Lynn Haven, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 706. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 156 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 Lynn Haven, is 1 in 128.

Year Over Year Crime In Lynn Haven (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Lynn Haven is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Lynn Haven violent crime rates have increased by 9%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 15% year over year. Total crimes for Lynn Haven has decreased by 12% in the same time frame.

Lynn Haven police department

Item	Lynn Haven	Florida	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	37	31,023	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.0	4.2	3.3

There are a total of 37 Lynn Haven police officers. This results in 2.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 53.7% less than the Florida average and 39.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Florida

State	Total offenders	Florida_/100K	National_/100K
Florida	53,771	330	266

There are a total of 53,771 sex offenders in Florida. This yields a total of 330 sex offenders in Florida per 100,000 residents which is 24% 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}
Pretty Bayou, FL	2,901	66	352	418
Lower Grand Lagoon, FL	4,700	88	471	559
Panama City Beach, FL	12,747	131	697	828
Upper Grand Lagoon, FL	18,114	161	858	1,019
Cedar Grove, FL	3,499	170	902	1,071
Ebro, FL	224	244	1,297	1,540
Callaway, FL	14,691	272	1,444	1,716
Lynn Haven, FL	20,910	142	643	785

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
New Hope, MN	20,913	172	1,959	2,131
Lorton, VA	20,924	102	733	835
Battle Ground, WA	20,931	79	1,036	1,115
Stephenville, TX	20,887	180	1,161	1,340
Dickinson, TX	20,870	214	1,056	1,270
Lynn Haven, FL	20,910	142	643	785

Source: The Lynn Haven, FL crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.