Crete, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Crete Police Department serves the city of Crete, IL in Will County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 264 violent crimes and 446 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 120.6 per 100k residents, which is 13.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 60.3 per 100k, 63.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 CAnnual Rate120.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents264 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate60.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents446 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents83 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate36.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents323 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 120.6 | C | 264 | 106.2 | +13.6% |
| Property Crime | 60.3 | A | 446 | 163.6 | -63.1% |
| Burglary | 24.1 | C | 83 | 24.0 | +0.4% |
| Larceny | 36.2 | A | 323 | 116.4 | -68.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steger | 2 miles | F 173.5 | B 140.9 | Violent: 43.8% higher Property: 133.7% higher |
| University Park | 3 miles | A 28.7 | B 129.2 | Violent: 76.2% lower Property: 114.2% higher |
| South Chicago Heights | 3 miles | C 105.1 | C 157.7 | Violent: 12.9% lower Property: 161.4% higher |
| Park Forest | 4 miles | F 184.2 | B 140.6 | Violent: 52.7% higher Property: 133.1% higher |
| Chicago Heights | 4 miles | F 426.6 | D 230.6 | Violent: 253.7% higher Property: 282.4% higher |