Lancaster, WI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lancaster Police Department serves the city of Lancaster, WI in Grant County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 281 violent crimes and 199 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 77.0 per 100k residents, which is 27.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 77.0 per 100k, 52.9% 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 BAnnual Rate77.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents281 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate25.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents122 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate77.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents199 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate77.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents165 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 77.0 | B | 281 | 106.2 | -27.5% |
| Property Crime | 77.0 | A | 199 | 163.6 | -52.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 25.7 | C | 122 | 22.3 | +15.3% |
| Larceny | 77.0 | B | 165 | 116.4 | -33.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fennimore | 2 miles | B 73.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 5.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Platteville | 2 miles | D 129.5 | A 101.7 | Violent: 68.1% higher Property: 32.1% higher |
| Boscobel | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 62.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 18.3% lower |
| Avoca | 30 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Prairie Du Chien | 30 miles | C 112.2 | B 130.9 | Violent: 45.6% higher Property: 69.9% higher |