Duncanville, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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23%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

14%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

30%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

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.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Duncanville_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,129	n/a (estimate)	2,860	2,732	2,324
Murder	3	n/a	7.6	6.7	6.3
Rape	11	n/a	27.9	50.0	40.0
Robbery	47	n/a	119.1	70.5	66.1
Assault	65	n/a	164.7	304.7	268.2
Violent crime	126	n/a (estimate)	319	432	370
Burglary	132	n/a	334.4	334.3	269.8
Theft	633	n/a	1,603.6	1,634.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	238	n/a	602.9	331.2	282.7
Property crime	1,003	n/a (estimate)	2,541	2,300	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Duncanville, TX

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Duncanville is 23.1% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 126 violent crimes reported in Duncanville, equivalent to 319 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 13.7%. Additionally, Duncanville recorded 1003 property crimes, amounting to 2541 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 30%.

With a total of 238 vehicle thefts last year, Duncanville has one of the most stolen cars in the country at 603 per 100,000 people. This lands Duncanville in the bottom 10% of all cities that reported crime and the chance of any vehicle being stolen is one in 166.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Duncanville?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Duncanville residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 35 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 60% of Duncanville residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 40% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Duncanville a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Duncanville, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Duncanville presents a total crime rate that is 23% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Duncanville experiences an average of 3.09 daily crimes, comprising 0.35 violent incidents and 2.75 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Duncanville Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Duncanville has decreased by 2.1%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Duncanville, 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 decreased by 22.2%, while property crime has decreased by 1.2%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Duncanville is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Duncanville

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 Duncanville, 77.1% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

The effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing initiatives can influence crime rates. A strong and collaborative relationship between the police and the community can deter criminal activity and improve safety. In Duncanville, there are 1.83 police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to the national average of 3.25. The effectiveness of law enforcement often depends on community policing strategies that emphasize building trust and cooperation between the police and the community. It's not just about the number of officers but also how they engage with the community.

In Duncanville, the median home price stands at $164,800, 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.

Duncanville crime map

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

Duncanville crime rates are 23% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Duncanville are 14% lower than the national average
In Duncanville you have a 1 in 35 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Duncanville is safer than 28% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Duncanville has decreased by 6%

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Daily Crime In Duncanville (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Duncanville, per 100,000 residents. In Duncanville, the total number of daily crimes is 1.05 times more than the Texas average and 1.23 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Duncanville are 1.35 times less than the Texas average and 1.16 times less than the national average. For property crime, Duncanville has a daily crime rate that is 1.10 times more than the Texas average and 1.30 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Duncanville (higher is better)

Is Duncanville safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Texas as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Duncanville to other cities in the state and across the country, Duncanville is 26% safer than other cities of Texas and 28% safer than other cities in the nation. Duncanville has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Duncanville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Duncanville is 1 in 314

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Duncanville is 1 in 40

The chance of being a victim of crime in Duncanville is 1 in 35

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Duncanville? If you reside in Duncanville, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 314. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 40 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Duncanville, is 1 in 35.

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

Determining whether Duncanville is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Duncanville violent crime rates have decreased by 25%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 3% year over year. Total crimes for Duncanville has decreased by 6% in the same time frame.

Duncanville police department

Item	Duncanville	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	73	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.8	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 73 Duncanville police officers. This results in 1.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 39.1% less than the Texas average and 43.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Texas

State	Total offenders	Texas_/100K	National_/100K
Texas	95,281	443	266

There are a total of 95,281 sex offenders in Texas. This yields a total of 443 sex offenders in Texas per 100,000 residents which is 67% 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}
Dalworthington Gardens, TX	2,192	68	361	429
Venus, TX	4,027	102	344	446
Ovilla, TX	4,010	69	412	481
Oak Leaf, TX	1,793	84	449	533
Midlothian, TX	31,533	106	990	1,096
University Park, TX	25,027	40	1,324	1,364
Glenn Heights, TX	13,228	277	1,114	1,391
Duncanville, TX	39,096	319	2,541	2,860

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Norwich, CT	39,112	302	1,664	1,965
French Valley, CA	39,057	600	2,811	3,410
South Valley, NM	39,150	1,007	3,851	4,857
Germantown, TN	39,196	169	1,530	1,699
Northglenn, CO	39,201	584	4,245	4,829
Duncanville, TX	39,096	319	2,541	2,860

Source: The Duncanville, TX 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.