West Hammond, NM has been facing a rising crime rate in recent years. According to background information, the city's violent crime rate is slightly lower than the national average at 22.6, while its property crime rate is also lower at 26.9 compared to the US average of 35.4. However, even with these relatively lower rates, the community is still struggling with a significant amount of crime. Violent acts such as assault and robbery are not uncommon, and property crimes such as theft and burglary are also a major concern for residents. This has created a sense of unease and fear among the locals, as they worry about their safety and the security of their homes and possessions. Efforts are being made by law enforcement and community organizations to address these issues and make West Hammond a safer place for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
West Hammond violent crime is 22.6. (The US average is 22.7)
West Hammond property crime is 26.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of West Hammond, New Mexico does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Bloomfield, New Mexico. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Bloomfield, New Mexico. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.