Deforest, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Deforest Police Department serves the city of Deforest, WI in Dane County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 269 violent crimes and 675 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 18.3 per 100k residents, which is 82.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 73.3 per 100k, 55.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime 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 AAnnual Rate18.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents269 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents51 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate73.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents675 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate45.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents602 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate27.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents38 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 18.3 | A | 269 | 106.2 | -82.7% |
| Property Crime | 73.3 | A | 675 | 163.6 | -55.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.3 | B | 51 | 22.3 | -17.6% |
| Larceny | 45.8 | A | 602 | 116.4 | -60.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 27.5 | D | 38 | 22.2 | +24.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Village | 0 miles | A 52.0 | A 26.0 | Violent: 183.6% higher Property: 64.5% lower |
| Mcfarland | 0 miles | A 20.9 | A 41.9 | Violent: 14.3% higher Property: 42.9% lower |
| Oregon | 0 miles | A 33.9 | A 50.8 | Violent: 84.8% higher Property: 30.7% lower |
| Shorewood Hills | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 138.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 89.5% higher |
| Madison | 2 miles | B 72.2 | C 190.0 | Violent: 293.9% higher Property: 159.2% higher |