Pensacola, FL Crime


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Pensacola, FL has unfortunately experienced a high rate of crime in recent years. According to the , violent crime in the city is currently at a rate of 35.7, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. Additionally, property crime in Pensacola is at a rate of 61.4, more than double the national average of 35.4. These statistics paint a concerning picture of the safety and security in this Florida city. While there may be various factors contributing to the high crime rate, it is clear that measures need to be taken to address and decrease these numbers. As a resident of Pensacola, it is important to be aware of these statistics and to work towards creating a safer community for all.

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

Pensacola violent crime is 35.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Pensacola property crime is 61.4. (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
Pensacola, FL Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Gulf Breeze, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62019
Milton, FL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock152019
Elberta, AL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock242014
Orange Beach, AL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock262018
Foley, AL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock282018
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Gulfport, MS  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock1112019
Dothan, AL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock1192018
Auburn, AL  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock1802018
Kenner, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock1852019
Albany, GA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock1952019

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Reviews for Pensacola
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I grew up in Pcola and moved away after hurricane Ivan over a decade ago. I have recently moved back and was shocked to see the rate of decline it has endured over the  More

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I've lived here for almost 30 years and love it! Good size town but not a big city still plenty to do in downtown's really come alive in the last 10 years. Plus we have  More

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I came here to visit and never left! The American Planning Association named downtown Pensacola "Florida's Greatest Place" after a popular vote and Palafox Street was  More

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