Niceville, FL Crime


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Niceville, FL is a small town located in the northwest region of Florida. While it may seem like a peaceful and idyllic community, it has unfortunately experienced its fair share of crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Niceville is significantly lower than the national average at 8.3, compared to the US average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Niceville is slightly higher than the national average at 23.8, compared to 35.4. This means that while residents may feel safer from violent crimes, they still face a higher risk of property crimes such as theft and burglary. Despite these statistics, the community of Niceville remains vigilant and works together to ensure the safety and well-being of its residents.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Niceville violent crime is 8.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Niceville property crime is 23.8. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Niceville, FL Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
2001233.608.333.4191.91284.7191.91026.166.7
2002204.6024.640.9139.11334.1335.6900.398.2
2003146.4032.58.1105.81163.4219.7870.573.2
2004119.903248401535.1655.6791.688
2005101.6023.4078.1969156.3703.3109.4
2006156.307.839.1109.41352.2273.6937.9140.7
2007340040.532.4267.11635.14291133.272.9
2008211.608.140.7162.71668284.81318.165.1
2009137.5016.232.388.91487.7250.61156.280.9
2010140024.78.21071935403.51408123.5
2011162.5015.531116.11331208.91052.469.6
2012106.7015.215.276.21509.4152.51311.245.7
2013136.90014.4122.51253.6273.8922.257.6
2014104.106.913.983.31214.7354791.369.4
2015121.406.713.5101.21524.1343.9110674.2
2016138.70019.8118.91697.3396.21215.285.9
201710406.56.5911625.5299.11274.452
2018147.20012.8134.41197.1121.61037.138.4
20196906.3062.71279.2150.51059.869

   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Valparaiso, FL134.2919.95,08132019
Shalimar, FL0.01,164.375182013
Fort Walton Beach, FL300.32,097.621,782112019
Crestview, FL381.72,560.416,178172019
DeFuniak Springs, FL417.92,708.95,689252019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Fort Walton Beach, FL300.32,097.621,782112019
Crestview, FL381.72,560.416,178172019
Milton, FL191.21,787.810,011362019
Panama City Beach, FL1,002.66,347.112,987402019
Lynn Haven, FL132.71,418.212,769532019

   Visualize the relationship between violent and property crime in similar size cities.

   Crime by Location

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Over 9 years ago

I love living on the Emerald Coast! I love the slight changes in seasons, love the sound of our air force representing our freedom flying overhead, love the snow white  More

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Over 9 years ago

Small growing town in panhandle of Florida. Close to Eglin and Hurlburt Air Force Bases. Excellent Schools, College, Beaches, Fishing and Nice Folks!! Housing prices  More

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Situated about 10-14 miles from the Gulf Of Mexico through either Fort Walton Beach to the south/south west or Destin to the south/south east. Niceville is a vibrant,  More

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