2024 was a safer year for Washtenaw County residents than the two previous years, according to information from the county’s Sheriff’s Office.
A total of 4,254 verified crimes were reported last year, an 18% and 22% decrease from 2023 and 2022, respectively.
This information comes from the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office Data and Information Dashboard, an interactive database where Washtenaw County citizens can take a deeper look into the crime statistics of their area. The dashboard hopes to increase transparency within the police department and keep community members informed.
“An expression of our commitment to openness and community engagement, its intent is to empower those interested to explore and better understand crime, public safety, and wellness in the communities we serve,” said the Dashboard guide.
According to the Dashboard, the number of total verified crimes, violent crimes, and domestic violence cases has been declining since 2022. Where the county had 663 violent crimes and 967 domestic violence incidents two years ago, in 2024 there were 572 violent crimes and 753 domestic violence incidents.
The most common type of incident was property crime, in which someone committed a crime to take someone’s belongings, or deliberately harm them. Rates of these crimes also decreased, from 2,507 in 2023 to 1,933 in 2024, marking a nearly 23% decrease.
The most incidents occurred in Superior Township, accounting for 12.3% of all crimes reported last year with a total of 524. This is once again a decrease from 2023, with a total of 598 crimes reported, and 2022, with a total of 738. The zip code area 48198, which holds part of Superior Township and Ypsilanti, consistently had the highest number of crimes reported throughout the years on record.
Though crime rates have decreased, it’s still important to stay safe and vigilant when out in the community.
