Oak Lawn, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Oak Lawn Police Department serves the city of Oak Lawn, IL in Cook County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,037 violent crimes and 3,868 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 135.5 per 100k residents, which is 27.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 108.4 per 100k, 33.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 DAnnual Rate135.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,037 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents128 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents179 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate108.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,868 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents377 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate90.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,113 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents359 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 135.5 | D | 2037 | 106.2 | +27.5% |
| Property Crime | 108.4 | B | 3868 | 163.6 | -33.8% |
| Robbery | 7.2 | D | 128 | 5.8 | +24.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.6 | A | 179 | 22.3 | -43.2% |
| Burglary | 5.4 | A | 377 | 24.0 | -77.4% |
| Larceny | 90.3 | B | 3113 | 116.4 | -22.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.8 | A | 359 | 22.2 | -51.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hometown | 1 miles | A 48.7 | A 48.7 | Violent: 64.0% lower Property: 55.1% lower |
| Chicago Ridge | 2 miles | A 50.8 | A 101.7 | Violent: 62.5% lower Property: 6.2% lower |
| Burbank | 2 miles | D 142.9 | B 132.2 | Violent: 5.5% higher Property: 22.0% higher |
| Evergreen Park | 3 miles | B 95.3 | F 645.8 | Violent: 29.7% lower Property: 496.0% higher |
| Worth | 3 miles | A 38.4 | A 67.2 | Violent: 71.7% lower Property: 38.0% lower |