Kansas City neighborhood

Crime in South Plaza

Safety grade, crime map and the latest reported incidents for the South Plaza neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.

218Reported incidents

2,448Residents

$75,233Median income

At a glance

South Plaza crime breakdown

Counts of reported incidents inside the neighborhood boundary.

Violent incidents

193

Property incidents

Theft

Most common offense

Map

South Plaza crime map

Reported crime density across and around South Plaza.

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Composition

Reported offenses in South Plaza

Theft99

Vandalism29

Retail Theft25

Other23

Assault16

DUI/Traffic6

Burglary5

Arrest4

Latest reports

Recent incidents in South Plaza

Retail TheftDec 31, 2025
300 E 51st St, Kansas City 64112, Mo
Shoplifting
TheftDec 30, 2025
E 51ST ST and BROOKSIDE BLVD, KANSAS CITY 64112, MO
Theft of Vehicle Parts and Accessories
Retail TheftDec 29, 2025
300 E 51st St, Kansas City 64112, Mo
Shoplifting
OtherDec 26, 2025
300 E 51st St, Kansas City 64112, Mo
All Other Offenses
OtherDec 24, 2025
300 E 51st St, Kansas City 64112, Mo
TheftDec 24, 2025
200 W 49th St, Kansas City 64112, Mo
Motor Vehicle Theft
OtherDec 23, 2025
E 51ST ST and BROOKSIDE BLVD, KANSAS CITY 64112, MO
Trespass of Real Property
AssaultDec 18, 2025
4800 Main St, Kansas City 64112, Mo
Simple Assault | Trespass of Real Property
OtherDec 17, 2025
E 51ST ST and BROOKSIDE BLVD, KANSAS CITY 64112, MO
Trespass of Real Property
OtherDec 11, 2025
300 E 51st St, Kansas City 64112, Mo
Shoplifting | Trespass of Real Property

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FAQ

South Plaza safety: common questions

Is South Plaza a safe neighborhood in Kansas City?

South Plaza has a crime safety grade of B, making it one of the safer areas of Kansas City. Our analysis counted 218 reported incidents in South Plaza, including 25 violent and 193 property offenses.

What is the most common crime in South Plaza?

The most frequently reported offense in South Plaza is Theft.