Lake Zurich, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lake Zurich Police Department serves the city of Lake Zurich, IL in Lake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 378 violent crimes and 1,466 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 76.7 per 100k residents, which is 27.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 153.4 per 100k, 6.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 BAnnual Rate76.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents378 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate153.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,466 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents82 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate143.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,360 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents20 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 76.7 | B | 378 | 106.2 | -27.8% |
| Property Crime | 153.4 | C | 1466 | 163.6 | -6.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.2 | A | 49 | 22.3 | -54.0% |
| Burglary | 5.1 | A | 82 | 24.0 | -78.7% |
| Larceny | 143.2 | D | 1360 | 116.4 | +23.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.1 | A | 20 | 22.2 | -77.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kildeer | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 69.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 55.0% lower |
| Hawthorn Woods | 2 miles | A 10.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 86.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Barrington | 4 miles | A 38.2 | A 47.8 | Violent: 50.2% lower Property: 68.9% lower |
| Tower Lakes | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Inverness | 5 miles | A 13.8 | A 13.8 | Violent: 82.0% lower Property: 91.0% lower |