Carol Stream, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Carol Stream Police Department serves the city of Carol Stream, IL in Dupage County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 697 violent crimes and 1,093 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 131.8 per 100k residents, which is 24.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 77.5 per 100k, 52.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate131.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents697 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate77.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,093 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents124 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate49.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents893 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 131.8 | D | 697 | 106.2 | +24.1% |
| Property Crime | 77.5 | A | 1093 | 163.6 | -52.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.2 | A | 63 | 22.3 | -76.8% |
| Burglary | 20.7 | B | 124 | 24.0 | -13.9% |
| Larceny | 49.1 | A | 893 | 116.4 | -57.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.2 | A | 65 | 22.2 | -76.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomingdale | 3 miles | A 62.8 | B 130.0 | Violent: 52.4% lower Property: 67.6% higher |
| Wheaton | 4 miles | A 20.9 | A 38.0 | Violent: 84.1% lower Property: 50.9% lower |
| Glen Ellyn | 4 miles | A 28.4 | A 56.9 | Violent: 78.4% lower Property: 26.7% lower |
| Addison | 5 miles | B 94.6 | A 100.4 | Violent: 28.2% lower Property: 29.4% higher |
| Bensenville | 5 miles | B 87.8 | A 60.4 | Violent: 33.4% lower Property: 22.2% lower |