B+
17%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
58%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
9%
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 peopleCenterville/100k peopleUtah/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime324n/a (estimate)1,9382,1372,324
Murder0n/a0.02.06.3
Rape11n/a65.859.540.0
Robbery1n/a6.029.666.1
Assault14n/a83.7150.7268.2
Violent crime26n/a (estimate)156242370
Burglary32n/a191.4201.7269.8
Theft246n/a1,471.41,485.11,401.9
Vehicle theft20n/a119.6208.4282.7
Property crime298n/a (estimate)1,7821,8951,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Centerville, UT

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Centerville crime rate is 16.6% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Centerville, there were 26 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 156 per 100,000 individuals, 58% lower than the national average. Additionally, Centerville recorded 298 property crimes, amounting to 1782 per 100,000 residents, 8.8% lower than the U.S. average.

During the most recently reported crime year, Centerville experienced a total of 0 reported murders. This statistic paints it as a beacon of security when it comes to severe violent crimes. Such an achievement not only instills a profound sense of security for its residents but also sets a high standard for other communities striving to create similarly secure environments. It underscores the area as a place where safety is a top priority, enhancing its appeal as a desirable location to live and thrive.

Centerville maintains a property crime rate that closely resembles the national norm. In Centerville, 1782 property crimes were reported, aligning with the national average of 1954 per 100,000 individuals. Consequently, the area's safety profile stands on par with the average city, neither significantly safer nor more dangerous. This consistency underscores a balanced commitment to community safety and security, providing residents with a stable and reassuring living environment.

Is Centerville a Safe Place to Live?

Is Centerville 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, Centerville has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 17%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.89 daily incidents, encompassing 0.07 violent crimes and 0.82 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Centerville as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Centerville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Centerville. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Centerville has decreased by 23%. Violent crimes have decreased by 16.1%, while property crimes have decreased by 23.6%. 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 Centerville

In Centerville, the poverty rate currently stands at 2.6%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Centerville crime rates.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Centerville, 95.5% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Centerville has a median home price of $349,400, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Centerville crime map



The Centerville crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Centerville 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 Centerville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Centerville 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

  • Centerville crime rates are 17% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Centerville are 58% lower than the national average
  • In Centerville you have a 1 in 52 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Centerville is safer than 52% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Centerville has decreased by 18%

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        Daily Crime In Centerville (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Centerville for every 100,000 residents. The Centerville total amount of daily crime is 1.10 times less than the Utah average and 1.20 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Centerville, is 1.55 times less than the Utah average, and it is 2.38 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Centerville has a daily crime average that is 1.06 times less than the Utah average and 1.10 times less than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Centerville (higher is better)

        Are people any safer living in Centerville in comparison to other Utah communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Centerville safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Centerville being safer than 30% of cities in Utah and 52% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Utah cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Centerville. In conclusion, Centerville ranks above average compared to the rest of the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Centerville

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Centerville is 1 in 644
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Centerville is 1 in 57
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Centerville is 1 in 52
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Centerville, Utah? If you reside in Centerville, then there is a 1 in 644 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 57. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 52 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Centerville.

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

        A good indicator of whether Centerville is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Centerville has decreased by 11%, while the property crime rate in Centerville has decreased by 19% year over year. The number of total crimes in Centerville has decreased by 18% year over year.

        Centerville police department

        Item Centerville Utah National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)203,469558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.32.43.3
        There are a total of 20 Centerville police officers. This results in 1.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 46.2% less than the Utah average and 61.1% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Utah

        State Total offenders Utah /100K National /100K
        Utah8,736362266
        There are a total of 8,736 sex offenders in Utah. This yields a total of 362 sex offenders in Utah per 100,000 residents which is 36% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Emigration Canyon, UT1,59834266300
        Uintah, UT1,56290704793
        Fruit Heights, UT6,20594736830
        Kaysville, UT31,95764791854
        Syracuse, UT30,36664865929
        Morgan, UT4,2591159011,016
        Clinton, UT22,1911011,2071,308
        Centerville, UT17,5271561,7821,938

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Wailuku, HI17,5232842,6632,948
        Kingsland, GA17,5232701,2821,552
        Bostonia, CA17,5326923,2453,937
        South Houston, TX17,5226213,2023,824
        Martinsburg, WV17,5172571,1371,394
        Centerville, UT17,5271561,7821,938
        Source: The Centerville, UT 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.