Oak Forest, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Oak Forest Police Department serves the city of Oak Forest, IL in Cook County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 239 violent crimes and 722 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 38.4 per 100k residents, which is 63.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 34.6 per 100k, 78.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent 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 Rate38.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents239 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents23 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents57 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate34.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents722 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate19.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents162 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate11.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents466 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents93 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 38.4 | A | 239 | 106.2 | -63.8% |
| Property Crime | 34.6 | A | 722 | 163.6 | -78.9% |
| Rape | 7.7 | F | 23 | 3.5 | +117.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 3.8 | A | 57 | 22.3 | -82.7% |
| Burglary | 19.2 | B | 162 | 24.0 | -20.0% |
| Larceny | 11.5 | A | 466 | 116.4 | -90.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3.8 | A | 93 | 22.2 | -82.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midlothian | 2 miles | A 44.1 | C 176.5 | Violent: 14.8% higher Property: 410.4% higher |
| Crestwood | 2 miles | C 96.8 | D 261.3 | Violent: 151.8% higher Property: 655.4% higher |
| Markham | 3 miles | A 48.8 | F 390.6 | Violent: 27.0% higher Property: 1029.2% higher |
| Robbins | 4 miles | B 73.4 | B 110.1 | Violent: 91.0% higher Property: 218.4% higher |
| Country Club Hills | 4 miles | F 207.5 | B 144.6 | Violent: 439.8% higher Property: 318.1% higher |