Elmhurst, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Elmhurst Police Department serves the city of Elmhurst, IL in Cook, Dupage County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 326 violent crimes and 1,419 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 44.4 per 100k residents, which is 58.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 77.7 per 100k, 52.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 AAnnual Rate44.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents326 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate77.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,419 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate17.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents231 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate55.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,095 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 44.4 | A | 326 | 106.2 | -58.2% |
| Property Crime | 77.7 | A | 1419 | 163.6 | -52.5% |
| Robbery | 2.2 | A | 19 | 5.8 | -61.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 2.2 | A | 49 | 22.3 | -90.0% |
| Burglary | 17.8 | B | 231 | 24.0 | -26.1% |
| Larceny | 55.5 | A | 1095 | 116.4 | -52.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.4 | A | 88 | 22.2 | -80.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley | 2 miles | C 118.6 | A 59.3 | Violent: 167.2% higher Property: 23.7% lower |
| Northlake | 2 miles | A 49.2 | B 114.7 | Violent: 10.7% higher Property: 47.7% higher |
| Hillside | 2 miles | A 63.5 | C 177.9 | Violent: 43.1% higher Property: 128.9% higher |
| Villa Park | 2 miles | B 83.4 | B 120.4 | Violent: 87.8% higher Property: 55.0% higher |
| Stone Park | 3 miles | A 45.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 3.4% higher Property: N/A |