Lafayette Metro Area, LA Crime


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The Lafayette, LA Metro Area has unfortunately seen an increase in crime rates, particularly in regards to violent crime. According to the average violent crime rate in this area is 24.8, which is higher than the US national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault. Additionally, property crime rates in Lafayette have also risen, with an average of 44.8 compared to the US average of 35.4. This encompasses crimes such as theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics are concerning and highlight the need for increased safety measures and crime prevention efforts in the Lafayette community.

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

Lafayette Metro Area violent crime is 24.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Lafayette Metro Area property crime is 44.8. (The US average is 35.4)


NOTE: The city of Lafayette, Louisiana does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Lafayette, Louisiana. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Lafayette, Louisiana. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Lafayette, LA Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
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Pop. Miles Data
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Lafayette, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock42019
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