St. Petersburg, FL Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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42%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

70%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

36%

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}	St. Petersburg_{/100k people}	Florida_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	8,486	n/a (estimate)	3,292	1,825	2,324
Murder	16	n/a	6.2	5.0	6.3
Rape	100	n/a	38.8	30.2	40.0
Robbery	202	n/a	78.4	33.6	66.1
Assault	1,304	n/a	505.9	190.1	268.2
Violent crime	1,622	n/a (estimate)	629	259	370
Burglary	771	n/a	299.1	173.5	269.8
Theft	5,253	n/a	2,038.1	1,254.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	840	n/a	325.9	138.0	282.7
Property crime	6,864	n/a (estimate)	2,663	1,566	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in St. Petersburg, FL

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in St. Petersburg is 41.7% higher 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 St. Petersburg, there were 1622 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 629 per 100,000 individuals, 70.2% higher than the national average. Additionally, there were 6864 property crimes, amounting to 2663 per 100,000 residents, 36.3% higher than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in St. Petersburg?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in St. Petersburg. Based on the results of the surveys (196 responses), 41% of people felt that there was very little crime in St. Petersburg and felt safe walking alone at night. While 59% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is St. Petersburg a Safe Place to Live?

Is St. Petersburg a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, St. Petersburg has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 42%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 23.25 daily incidents, encompassing 4.44 violent crimes and 18.81 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of St. Petersburg as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in St. Petersburg Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in St. Petersburg has decreased by 1.5%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of St. Petersburg, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 8.5%, while property crime has decreased by 0.3%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not St. Petersburg is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in St. Petersburg

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 St. Petersburg crime rates. St. Petersburg registers a population density of 4267.1 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

The impact of law enforcement and community policing efforts plays a crucial role in shaping crime rates in any city. A robust and cooperative bond between law enforcement and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, enhancing overall safety. In St. Petersburg, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents stands at 3, differing from the national average of 3.25. Effective law enforcement hinges not solely on officer numbers but also on the manner in which they interact and collaborate with the community. Building trust and cooperation are central tenets of community policing, amplifying its influence on crime prevention.

In St. Petersburg, the average rental rates are $1,168 per month, compared to the national average of $949. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.

St. Petersburg crime map

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

St. Petersburg crime rates are 42% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in St. Petersburg are 70% higher than the national average
In St. Petersburg you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime
St. Petersburg is safer than 12% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in St. Petersburg has increased by 2%

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Daily Crime In St. Petersburg (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in St. Petersburg, per 100,000 residents. In St. Petersburg, the total number of daily crimes is 1.80 times more than the Florida average and 1.42 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in St. Petersburg are 2.43 times more than the Florida average and 1.70 times more than the national average. For property crime, St. Petersburg has a daily crime rate that is 1.70 times more than the Florida average and 1.36 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is St. Petersburg (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of St. Petersburg to every other city in Florida, as well as the entirety of the United States, is St. Petersburg safe? The gauges above illustrate that St. Petersburg is safer than 18% of every city located within Florida along with 12% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Florida and in the United States as a whole. As a result, St. Petersburg, FL is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in St. Petersburg

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in St. Petersburg is 1 in 159

The chance of being a victim of property crime in St. Petersburg is 1 in 38

The chance of being a victim of crime in St. Petersburg is 1 in 31

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in St. Petersburg? If you reside in St. Petersburg, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 159. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 38 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 St. Petersburg, is 1 in 31.

Year Over Year Crime In St. Petersburg (per 100,000 people)

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in St. Petersburg, FL is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in St. Petersburg has decreased by 5%, while the property crime rate in St. Petersburg has increased by 4% year over year. Summing up the numbers, St. Petersburg has increased by 2% with regards to total crimes year over year.

St. Petersburg police department

Item	St. Petersburg	Florida	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	745	31,023	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.0	4.2	3.3

There are a total of 745 St. Petersburg police officers. This results in 3.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 29.1% less than the Florida average and 7.7% 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}
Redington Beach, FL	1,233	36	220	256
North Redington Beach, FL	1,246	36	220	256
Belleair Beach, FL	1,472	36	220	256
Indian Shores, FL	1,232	36	220	256
Harbor Bluffs, FL	3,116	41	246	286
Redington Shores, FL	2,115	41	246	286
Tierra Verde, FL	4,013	49	298	348
St. Petersburg, FL	264,001	629	2,663	3,292

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Jersey City, NJ	262,652	220	1,384	1,605
Laredo, TX	260,571	317	1,285	1,602
Fort Wayne, IN	268,378	262	2,387	2,649
Chula Vista, CA	268,779	351	1,277	1,628
Madison, WI	258,366	301	2,396	2,697
St. Petersburg, FL	264,001	629	2,663	3,292

Source: The St. Petersburg, FL 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.