The small, idyllic town of Diamondhead, MS has recently been experiencing a rise in crime rates. According to the latest statistics, the town's violent crime rate stands at 13.8, which is significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Diamondhead is slightly higher than the national average, at 32.7 compared to 35.4. This may be concerning to local residents, who have long enjoyed a peaceful and safe community. Despite the relatively low violent crime rate, the increase in property crime is still a cause for concern and has authorities working to address the issue. Increased surveillance and community involvement are being encouraged to combat the crime in Diamondhead and maintain its reputation as a safe place to live and visit.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Diamondhead violent crime is 13.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Diamondhead property crime is 32.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Diamondhead, Mississippi does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Pass Christian, Mississippi. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Pass Christian, Mississippi. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.