Galesburg, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Galesburg Police Department serves the city of Galesburg, IL in Knox County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 680 violent crimes and 2,868 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 107.2 per 100k residents, which is 0.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 221.3 per 100k, 35.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 CAnnual Rate107.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents680 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents82 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents33 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate27.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents243 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate221.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,868 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate48.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents535 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate159.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,173 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents153 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 107.2 | C | 680 | 106.2 | +0.9% |
| Property Crime | 221.3 | D | 2868 | 163.6 | +35.3% |
| Rape | 3.5 | C | 82 | 3.5 | -2.2% |
| Robbery | 3.5 | A | 33 | 5.8 | -40.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.7 | D | 243 | 22.3 | +24.3% |
| Burglary | 48.4 | F | 535 | 24.0 | +101.5% |
| Larceny | 159.1 | D | 2173 | 116.4 | +36.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.8 | A | 153 | 22.2 | -37.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 71.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 67.7% lower |
| Alexis | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 129.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 41.4% lower |
| Monmouth | 15 miles | A 58.6 | C 175.8 | Violent: 45.3% lower Property: 20.5% lower |
| Yates City | 22 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 154.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 30.3% lower |
| Cambridge | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 49.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 77.7% lower |