Peoria, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Peoria Police Department serves the city of Peoria, IL in Peoria County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 11,120 violent crimes and 15,841 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 320.6 per 100k residents, which is 201.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 308.8 per 100k, 88.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 FAnnual Rate320.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents11,120 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents348 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate12.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents706 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate69.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,764 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate308.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents15,841 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate79.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,937 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate150.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents10,064 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate73.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,593 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 320.6 | F | 11120 | 106.2 | +201.8% |
| Property Crime | 308.8 | F | 15841 | 163.6 | +88.7% |
| Rape | 7.3 | F | 348 | 3.5 | +105.3% |
| Robbery | 12.7 | F | 706 | 5.8 | +118.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 69.0 | F | 3764 | 22.3 | +210.1% |
| Burglary | 79.9 | F | 2937 | 24.0 | +232.6% |
| Larceny | 150.8 | D | 10064 | 116.4 | +29.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 73.6 | F | 2593 | 22.2 | +231.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Peoria | 2 miles | D 150.1 | B 145.5 | Violent: 53.2% lower Property: 52.9% lower |
| Peoria Heights | 3 miles | F 453.7 | C 174.5 | Violent: 41.5% higher Property: 43.5% lower |
| Bartonville | 5 miles | F 173.6 | C 190.9 | Violent: 45.9% lower Property: 38.2% lower |
| Marquette Heights | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 76.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.3% lower |
| Morton | 9 miles | A 63.0 | A 91.7 | Violent: 80.3% lower Property: 70.3% lower |