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3%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
22%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
7%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleBradenton/100k peopleFlorida/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime1,275n/a (estimate)2,2641,8252,324
Murder3n/a5.35.06.3
Rape21n/a37.330.240.0
Robbery38n/a67.533.666.1
Assault193n/a342.7190.1268.2
Violent crime255n/a (estimate)453259370
Burglary93n/a165.1173.5269.8
Theft927n/a1,646.11,254.71,401.9
Vehicle theft0n/a0.0138.0282.7
Property crime1,020n/a (estimate)1,8111,5661,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Bradenton, FL

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Bradenton is 2.6% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 255 violent crimes reported in Bradenton, equivalent to 453 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 22.5%. Additionally, Bradenton recorded 1020 property crimes, amounting to 1811 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 7.3%.

The Bradenton crime rate is about average when compared to all the other cities across the U.S. per 100,000 residents. When we compared the total crimes (violent and property) in Bradenton, we found that the reported crime rates were almost equal to the average of all other areas that reported crime.

Bradenton has a property crime rate that closely mirrors the national average. There were a total of 1811 property crimes in Bradenton, while the national average was 1954 per 100,000 people. This results in the area being no safer or more dangerous than the average city.

The United States contends with some of the globe's most elevated vehicle theft rates, reaching around 300 incidents per 100,000 individuals. Remarkably, merely a small fraction, approximately 10%, of cities have been fortunate enough to remain unscathed by vehicle theft reports. In this regard, Bradenton stands out as one of those cities, as it reported no vehicle thefts in its most recent crime report.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Bradenton?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Bradenton residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 98 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 45% of Bradenton residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 55% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Bradenton a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Bradenton is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Bradenton has a total crime rate that is 3% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 3.49 daily crimes (0.7 violent daily crimes and 2.79 daily property crimes) in Bradenton.

Has Crime in Bradenton Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Bradenton. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Bradenton has decreased by 21.7%. Violent crimes have decreased by 16.7%, while property crimes have decreased by 22.8%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Bradenton

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Bradenton crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Bradenton has an unemployment rate of 3.2%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

High population density areas are often large urban centers with diverse economic opportunities. These areas can exacerbate income inequality, with pockets of poverty existing alongside affluence. Areas with economic disparities may experience higher property crimes and, in some cases, violent crimes. On the other hand, areas with low population density tend to see lower Bradenton crime rates. The population density in Bradenton is 3999.7 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

In Bradenton, the cost of living is 5.52% lower than the national average. A substantial cost of living can burden residents, particularly those with constrained financial means. When individuals contend with steep housing expenses, grocery bills, utility costs, healthcare and essential needs that strain their budgets, they may turn to criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities characterized by a more affordable cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, which could potentially lead to decreased crime rates.

Bradenton crime map



The Bradenton crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Bradenton as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Bradenton crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Bradenton crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Bradenton crime rates are 3% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Bradenton are 22% higher than the national average
      • In Bradenton you have a 1 in 45 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Bradenton is safer than 23% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Bradenton has decreased by 16%

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        Daily Crime In Bradenton (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Bradenton, Florida is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Bradenton are 1.24 times more than the Florida average and 1.03 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Bradenton are 1.75 times more than than Florida and 1.22 times more than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Bradenton are 1.16 times more than than Florida and 1.08 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Bradenton (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Florida and all other cities across the US, is Bradenton safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Bradenton is safer than 28% of other cities in the state of Florida. In addition, Bradenton is safer than 23% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Florida and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Bradenton. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Bradenton is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Bradenton

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Bradenton is 1 in 221
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Bradenton is 1 in 56
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Bradenton is 1 in 45
        Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Bradenton? In Bradenton, FL you have a 1 in 221 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 56 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 45 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Bradenton.

        Year Over Year Crime In Bradenton (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Bradenton is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Bradenton has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 10% in Bradenton, while property crimes in Bradenton have decreased by 17%. Total crime has decreased by 16% year over year.

        Bradenton police department

        Item Bradenton Florida National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)14631,023558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.94.23.3
        There are a total of 146 Bradenton police officers. This results in 2.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 32.2% less than the Florida average and 11.7% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Florida

        State Total offenders Florida /100K National /100K
        Florida53,771330266
        There are a total of 53,771 sex offenders in Florida. This yields a total of 330 sex offenders in Florida per 100,000 residents which is 24% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Anna Maria, FL1,08736220256
        Tierra Verde, FL4,01349298348
        The Meadows, FL5,23582498580
        Siesta Key, FL5,58784509593
        South Sarasota, FL4,99384509593
        Whitfield, FL4,398100608708
        Longboat Key, FL7,29952758811
        Bradenton, FL57,3464531,8112,264

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Hanford, CA57,3394291,3541,783
        Richland, WA57,3533123,7114,023
        Taunton, MA57,3274849141,399
        Casa Grande, AZ57,3185762,6683,245
        Midwest City, OK57,3923372,6633,000
        Bradenton, FL57,3464531,8112,264
        Source: The Bradenton, FL crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.