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75%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
90%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
72%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleBargersville/100k peopleIndiana/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime63n/a (estimate)5841,8502,324
Murder1n/a9.36.26.3
Rape1n/a9.332.840.0
Robbery0n/a0.043.066.1
Assault2n/a18.5224.2268.2
Violent crime4n/a (estimate)37306370
Burglary5n/a46.3226.1269.8
Theft48n/a444.81,118.61,401.9
Vehicle theft6n/a55.6199.4282.7
Property crime59n/a (estimate)5471,5441,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Bargersville, IN

The Bargersville crime rates are 74.9% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 4 violent crimes in Bargersville (37 per 100,000 people), which is 90% lower than the national average and there were a total of 59 property crimes (547 per 100,000 residents) which is 72% lower than average.

With a crime rate of 584, significantly below the national average of 2324, Bargersville stands out as one of the safest places to reside in the United States. This distinction is primarily attributed to the calculation of total crimes, which encompasses both violent and property crimes per 100,000 residents.

Bargersville has one of the lowest violent crime rates of all cities in the United States. With a rate of 37 violent crimes per 100,000 people, Bargersville ranks among the safest cities in the United States making it an attractive choice for those seeking a new place to call home.

The property crime rates per 100,000 individuals have shown a steady decrease of more than 50% since 1990, with a slight uptick in recent years. The most recent crime data reveals that Bargersville records a property crime rate of 547 incidents per 100,000 people, significantly lower than the national average of 1954. This underscores Bargersville as an exceptionally secure and attractive residential destination, highlighting its unwavering dedication to fostering safety and community well-being.

Is Bargersville a Safe Place to Live?

Is Bargersville a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Bargersville has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 75%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.17 daily incidents, encompassing 0.01 violent crimes and 0.16 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Bargersville as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Bargersville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Bargersville. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Bargersville has increased by 28.6%. Violent crimes have increased by 300%, while property crimes have increased by 22.9%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Bargersville

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Bargersville crime rate. The poverty level in Bargersville is 9.8%, while the national average is 15.1%.

Bargersville reports an unemployment rate of 6.8%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Bargersville crime rates.

In Bargersville, the median home price stands at $232,300, diverging from the national average of $184,700. Elevated housing costs often induce financial strain among residents. When individuals grapple with the challenges of affording housing, they may find themselves compelled to resort to criminal activities as a means of addressing their financial hardships, including acts like theft or fraud. This predicament is particularly pronounced in areas where housing affordability poses a persistent issue, giving rise to heightened concerns regarding crime. In such instances, some individuals and families may find themselves constrained to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, exacerbating stress levels and potentially fostering domestic disputes and associated criminal incidents.

Bargersville crime map



The Bargersville crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Bargersville as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Bargersville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Bargersville crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Bargersville crime rates are 75% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Bargersville are 90% lower than the national average
      • In Bargersville you have a 1 in 172 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Bargersville is safer than 89% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Bargersville has increased by 6%

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        Daily Crime In Bargersville (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Bargersville, Indiana is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Bargersville are 3.17 times less than the Indiana average and 3.98 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Bargersville are 8.26 times less than than Indiana and 9.98 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Bargersville are 2.82 times less than than Indiana and 3.57 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Bargersville (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Bargersville to every other city in Indiana, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Bargersville safe? The gauges above illustrate that Bargersville is safer than 92% of every city located within Indiana along with 89% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Indiana and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Bargersville, IN is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Bargersville

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Bargersville is 1 in 2698
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Bargersville is 1 in 183
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Bargersville is 1 in 172
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Bargersville, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 2698. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 183 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Bargersville is 1 in 172.

        Year Over Year Crime In Bargersville (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Bargersville, IN is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Bargersville has increased by 236%, while the property crime rate in Bargersville has increased by 2% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Bargersville has increased by 6% with regards to total crimes year over year.

        Bargersville police department

        Item Bargersville Indiana National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)98,766558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.52.43.3
        There are a total of 9 Bargersville police officers. This results in 1.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 37.1% less than the Indiana average and 54.3% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Indiana

        State Total offenders Indiana /100K National /100K
        Indiana12,315198266
        There are a total of 12,315 sex offenders in Indiana. This yields a total of 198 sex offenders in Indiana per 100,000 residents which is 26% less than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        New Palestine, IN2,456101235336
        Cordry Sweetwater Lakes, IN1,32361306366
        New Whiteland, IN6,17836339375
        Princes Lakes, IN1,424100506606
        Brooklyn, IN2,633116587703
        Trafalgar, IN1,244119601721
        Southport, IN1,879134675808
        Bargersville, IN7,41737547584

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        Swainsboro, GA7,4184952,2792,774
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        Connellsville, PA7,4143521,8612,212
        DuBois, PA7,4133361,7812,117
        Bargersville, IN7,41737547584
        Source: The Bargersville, IN crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.