Downers Grove, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Downers Grove Police Department serves the city of Downers Grove, IL in Dupage County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 605 violent crimes and 1,941 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 83.7 per 100k residents, which is 21.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 75.5 per 100k, 53.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate83.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents605 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents39 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate75.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,941 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents178 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate47.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,651 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents103 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 83.7 | B | 605 | 106.2 | -21.2% |
| Property Crime | 75.5 | A | 1941 | 163.6 | -53.8% |
| Rape | 2.0 | A | 39 | 3.5 | -42.3% |
| Robbery | 2.0 | A | 22 | 5.8 | -64.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.1 | A | 78 | 22.3 | -81.7% |
| Burglary | 18.4 | B | 178 | 24.0 | -23.5% |
| Larceny | 47.0 | A | 1651 | 116.4 | -59.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.2 | A | 103 | 22.2 | -54.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmont | 2 miles | B 84.1 | A 63.1 | Violent: 0.5% higher Property: 16.5% lower |
| Clarendon Hills | 2 miles | A 11.8 | A 23.5 | Violent: 86.0% lower Property: 68.9% lower |
| Woodridge | 3 miles | A 24.0 | A 45.0 | Violent: 71.3% lower Property: 40.4% lower |
| Lisle | 4 miles | A 26.0 | A 43.4 | Violent: 68.9% lower Property: 42.6% lower |
| Darien | 4 miles | B 88.9 | A 74.8 | Violent: 6.2% higher Property: 0.9% lower |