Heber Springs, AR Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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33%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

43%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

31%

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}	Heber Springs_{/100k people}	Arkansas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	227	n/a (estimate)	3,087	3,097	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	10.2	6.3
Rape	14	n/a	190.4	76.0	40.0
Robbery	2	n/a	27.2	39.7	66.1
Assault	23	n/a	312.8	519.4	268.2
Violent crime	39	n/a (estimate)	530	645	370
Burglary	34	n/a	462.4	466.4	269.8
Theft	143	n/a	1,944.8	1,734.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	11	n/a	149.6	250.7	282.7
Property crime	188	n/a (estimate)	2,557	2,452	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Heber Springs, AR

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Heber Springs crime rate is 32.8% 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 Heber Springs, there were 39 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 530 per 100,000 individuals, 43.4% higher than the national average. Additionally, Heber Springs recorded 188 property crimes, amounting to 2557 per 100,000 residents, 30.8% higher than the U.S. average.

In the most recently reported crime year, Heber Springs registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Heber Springs?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Heber Springs. Based on the results of the surveys (7 responses), 29% of people felt that there was very little crime in Heber Springs and felt safe walking alone at night. While 71% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Heber Springs a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Heber Springs is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Heber Springs has a total crime rate that is 33% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.62 daily crimes (0.11 violent daily crimes and 0.52 daily property crimes) in Heber Springs.

Has Crime in Heber Springs Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Heber Springs has decreased by 9.2% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Heber Springs is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 18.2%, while property crime has decreased by 13.4%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Heber Springs.

Potential Causes for Crime in Heber Springs

Heber Springs has a poverty rate of 15.8, while the national average is 15.1. In the past, there has been a direct correlation between high or low poverty rates and high or low crime stats. Elevated poverty levels and income disparities can contribute to heightened criminal activity, as individuals may resort to unlawful means to address their fundamental necessities. While lower poverty levels have led to a reduction in typical crime levels compared to other areas.

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Heber Springs crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Heber Springs has an unemployment rate of 1.6%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

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 Heber Springs, 79% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Heber Springs crime map

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

Heber Springs crime rates are 33% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Heber Springs are 43% higher than the national average
In Heber Springs you have a 1 in 33 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Heber Springs is safer than 16% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Heber Springs has decreased by 15%

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Daily Crime In Heber Springs (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Heber Springs 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 Heber Springs (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Arkansas, are 1.00 times less than the state average and 1.33 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Heber Springs on a daily basis are 1.22 times less than than Arkansas average and 1.43 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Heber Springs are 1.04 times more than the daily state average and 1.31 times more than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Heber Springs (higher is better)

Is Heber Springs safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Arkansas as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Heber Springs to other cities in the state and across the country, Heber Springs is 33% safer than other cities of Arkansas and 16% safer than other cities in the nation. Heber Springs has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Heber Springs

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Heber Springs is 1 in 189

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

The chance of being a victim of crime in Heber Springs is 1 in 33

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Heber Springs? In Heber Springs, AR you have a 1 in 189 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 40 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 33 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Heber Springs.

Year Over Year Crime In Heber Springs (per 100,000 people)

An ideal indicator of whether Heber Springs is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Heber Springs has increased by 10% and the rate of property crime in Heber Springs has decreased by 19%. The total crime rate in Heber Springs has decreased by 15% year to year.

Heber Springs police department

Item	Heber Springs	Arkansas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	25	5,164	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.5	2.9	3.3

There are a total of 25 Heber Springs police officers. This results in 3.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 18.2% greater than the Arkansas average and 7.2% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Arkansas

State	Total offenders	Arkansas_/100K	National_/100K
Arkansas	8,875	323	266

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}
Tumbling Shoals, AR	1,036	163	621	784
Greers Ferry, AR	857	120	960	1,080
Rose Bud, AR	507	0	1,202	1,202
Fairfield Bay, AR	2,343	237	1,705	1,942
Higden, AR	83	488	1,855	2,343
Pangburn, AR	652	883	3,358	4,242
Concord, AR	171	911	3,462	4,372
Heber Springs, AR	7,156	530	2,557	3,087

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
St. Louis, MI	7,156	146	643	789
Seminole, OK	7,155	283	2,152	2,435
Knoxville, IA	7,154	502	1,778	2,281
Gridley, CA	7,154	422	1,878	2,300
Plain City, UT	7,159	198	1,551	1,749
Heber Springs, AR	7,156	530	2,557	3,087

Source: The Heber Springs, 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.