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47%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
56%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
45%
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 peopleConway/100k peopleArkansas/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime2,274n/a (estimate)3,4203,0972,324
Murder7n/a10.510.26.3
Rape46n/a69.276.040.0
Robbery15n/a22.639.766.1
Assault316n/a475.3519.4268.2
Violent crime384n/a (estimate)578645370
Burglary138n/a207.6466.4269.8
Theft1,628n/a2,448.61,734.41,401.9
Vehicle theft124n/a186.5250.7282.7
Property crime1,890n/a (estimate)2,8432,4521,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Conway, AR

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Conway crime rate is 47.2% higher 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 Conway, there were 384 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 578 per 100,000 individuals, 56.2% higher than the national average. Additionally, Conway recorded 1890 property crimes, amounting to 2843 per 100,000 residents, 45.5% higher than the U.S. average.

While murder rates in the United States have generally declined since 1990, recent years have seen an unfortunate uptick. Conway stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates among cities reporting crime data. In Conway, a total of 7 murders were reported, equating to 11 murders per 100,000 residents. This statistic underscores the challenges facing the area in terms of severe violent crime and the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and security within the community.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Conway?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Conway residents. Out of the respondents (32 in total), 53% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Conway were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 47% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Conway a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Conway a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Conway crime rate is 47% higher than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 6.23 crimes per day - 1.05 violent crimes and 5.18 property crimes.

Has Crime in Conway Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Conway has increased by 0.2%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Conway, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 13.3%, while property crime has increased by 2.1%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Conway is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Conway

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Conway, 89.8% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Conway, the cost of living is 13.26% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In Conway, the average monthly rent stands at $820, while the national average is $949 per month.

Conway crime map



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

  • Conway crime rates are 47% higher than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Conway are 56% higher than the national average
  • In Conway you have a 1 in 30 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Conway is safer than 13% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Conway has increased by 4%

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        Daily Crime In Conway (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Conway on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Arkansas and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Conway (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Arkansas, are 1.10 times more than the state average and 1.47 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Conway on a daily basis are 1.12 times less than than Arkansas average and 1.56 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Conway are 1.16 times more than the daily state average and 1.45 times more than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Conway (higher is better)

        How safe is Conway, Arkansas compared to other cities in Arkansas and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Conway is safer than 26% of the cities in Arkansas and 13% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Arkansas and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Conway. Overall, Conway is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Conway

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Conway is 1 in 174
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Conway is 1 in 36
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Conway is 1 in 30
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Conway? In Conway, you have a 1 in 174 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 36. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Conway, AR is 1 in 30.

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

        An analysis of year to year crime rates in Conway, Arkansas (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Conway has increased by 18%, the amount of property crime in Conway has increased by 2%, and the total amount of crime in Conway has increased by 4% year over year.

        Conway police department

        Item Conway Arkansas National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1555,164558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.62.93.3
        There are a total of 155 Conway police officers. This results in 2.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 13.4% less than the Arkansas average and 21.5% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Arkansas

        State Total offenders Arkansas /100K National /100K
        Arkansas8,875323266
        There are a total of 8,875 sex offenders in Arkansas. This yields a total of 323 sex offenders in Arkansas per 100,000 residents which is 21% 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
        Greenbrier, AR5,5926767134
        Wooster, AR1,159118449567
        Vilonia, AR4,55666929996
        Natural Steps, AR5622881,0961,385
        Plumerville, AR7451361,6301,766
        Menifee, AR1951,0687121,779
        Gibson, AR4,7014581,7412,199
        Conway, AR66,7765782,8433,420

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        Kenner, LA66,7596522,8463,498
        Oshkosh, WI66,7533371,6241,960
        West Des Moines, IA66,7242491,7191,967
        Portland, ME66,7061851,6851,870
        South San Francisco, CA66,8783942,8263,220
        Conway, AR66,7765782,8433,420
        Source: The Conway, AR 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.