Melbourne, FL Crime


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In Melbourne, FL, crime rates are higher than the national average. According to recent statistics, the city's violent crime rate is 42.7, significantly higher than the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as homicide, assault, and robbery. Additionally, Melbourne's property crime rate is 57.9, compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These high crime rates can be concerning for residents and visitors alike, as it means there is an increased risk of becoming a victim of a crime in this city. It is important for individuals to be aware of their surroundings and take necessary precautions to stay safe while in Melbourne, FL.

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

Melbourne violent crime is 42.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Melbourne property crime is 57.9. (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
Melbourne, FL Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
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Melbourne Village, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock22019
Indian Harbour Beach, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock42019
West Melbourne, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock42019
Indialantic, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52019
Satellite Beach, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
City Violent
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Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
St. Cloud, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock402019
Kissimmee, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock492019
Sanford, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock602019
Apopka, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock672019
Port Orange, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock722019

   Visualize the relationship between violent and property crime in similar size cities.

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Over 4 years ago

Moved here from Ohio 3 months ago, trying not to be disappointed, there isn't much to do, its really small and shopping is bad. I wanted out of Cleveland but didn't  More

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I have lived in many areas of this town. It is growing and has a nice selection of older and very new areas. The access to beaches and parks is quick and well kept.   More

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The rating on here is accurate. Crime is rather high. There's shootings and killings constantly. If you're coming from another state, just check floridatoday.com at  More

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