Ponchatoula, LA Crime


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The city of Ponchatoula, Louisiana has been plagued by crime in recent years. According to , the rate of violent crime in Ponchatoula is almost twice the national average, sitting at 49.8 compared to the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. The rate of property crime is also significantly higher in Ponchatoula, with a rate of 95 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes like burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. The high rates of both violent and property crime in Ponchatoula highlight the need for increased efforts to address and prevent crime in the community.

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

Ponchatoula violent crime is 49.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Ponchatoula property crime is 95.0. (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
Ponchatoula, LA Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Pop. Miles Data
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Hammond, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52018
Springfield, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62011
Tickfaw, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102017
Killian, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102016
Independence, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock142019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
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Springfield, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62011
Tickfaw, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102017
Killian, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102016
Independence, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock142019
Folsom, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock202018

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Over 19 years ago

ponchatoula is a great town. there are lots of great neighborhoods and a couple of good churches. there is a lot of rec for kids but it is managed in an old mom and pop  More

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