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Is Broussard, Louisiana Safe?

Population 15,799 · Safer than 24% of US cities

Stable· 2023 FBI UCR data

Broussard is a smaller community of 15,799 people with a D+ safety grade. Crime runs close to the national average for violent offenses, and the overall rate sits at 244.1 per 1,000. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,816 per 100K.

Broussard Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricBroussardLouisiana AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate365.2325.6363.8
Property Crime Rate2076.22111.61,832.3
Murder Rate4.0--5.7
Assault Rate273.0--268.2
Theft Rate1816.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate515.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyD+

244.1 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC-

365/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD+

2076/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Broussard

Violent crime in Broussard is close to the national average. The rate of 365.2 per 100K exceeds the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 2076.2 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,816 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Broussard Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder4
070% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault273
01.0x national avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery55
087% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary381
01.4x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,816
01.3x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft515
01.6x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How Broussard Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Broussard
365.2
State
325.6
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Broussard
2076.2
State
2111.6
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Broussard Safety

Is Broussard safe?
Not especially. Broussard earns a D+ with a crime rate of 244.1 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs close to the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Broussard?
244.1 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 365.2 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2076.2 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Broussard safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Broussard's D+ grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,816 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Broussard?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Broussard generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Broussard police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Broussard?
Crime rates have held steady in Broussard, without significant movement in either direction. The city maintains its D+ grade.
How does Broussard compare to other cities in Louisiana?
Below average for the state. Broussard ranks behind about 75% of Louisiana cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.1x the national rate.
How safe is Broussard to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average. Rates have been stable.
How bad is crime in Broussard?
Bad. A D+ grade and 244.1 per-thousand rate put Broussard below 76% of US cities. Violent crime at 365 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Broussard?
365.2 per 100,000, which is 0% above the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (273), robbery (55), and murder (4.0) per 100,000.

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2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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