Henry, IL Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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76%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

53%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

80%

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}	Henry_{/100k people}	Illinois_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	13	n/a (estimate)	563	1,970	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	7.8	6.3
Rape	1	n/a	43.3	48.1	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	84.7	66.1
Assault	3	n/a	130.0	146.7	268.2
Violent crime	4	n/a (estimate)	173	287	370
Burglary	0	n/a	0.0	208.5	269.8
Theft	7	n/a	303.3	1,192.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	2	n/a	86.7	281.6	282.7
Property crime	9	n/a (estimate)	390	1,683	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Henry, IL

The Henry crime rates are 75.8% 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 Henry (173 per 100,000 people), which is 53.1% lower than the national average and there were a total of 9 property crimes (390 per 100,000 residents) which is 80.1% lower than average.

Henry has a crime rate of 563, which is considerably less than the national average of 2324. This results in Henry being one of the safest places to live across the United States. The crime rate is based on the total number of violent and property crimes per 100,000 people.

In the most recently reported crime year, Henry 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.

Property crime rates per 100,000 people have declined steadily since 1990, but did see a slight increase in recent years. Based on the most recent crime data, Henry has a property crime rate of 390 crimes per 100,000 people, which is far below the national average of 1954. This is a good indicator that Henry is a safe place to live.

Is Henry a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Henry 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. Henry has a total crime rate that is 76% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.04 daily crimes (0.01 violent daily crimes and 0.02 daily property crimes) in Henry.

Potential Causes for Crime in Henry

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 Henry, there are 1.64 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 areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Henry is $92,300, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Henry has an average rental rate of $531 per month, compared to the national average of $949. In areas with high rental costs, some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions. Overcrowding can lead to increased stress and tension, which may contribute to domestic disputes and related property or violent crimes. Addressing affordable housing and economic mobility can be important strategies for reducing crime in such areas.

Henry crime map

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

Henry crime rates are 76% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Henry are 53% lower than the national average
In Henry you have a 1 in 178 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Henry is safer than 70% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Henry has decreased by 45%

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Daily Crime In Henry (per 100,000 people)

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Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Henry

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Henry is 1 in 578

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Henry is 1 in 257

The chance of being a victim of crime in Henry is 1 in 178

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

Henry police department

Item	Henry	Illinois	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	4	30,690	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.6	2.6	3.3

There are a total of 4 Henry police officers. This results in 1.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 38.2% less than the Illinois average and 49.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Illinois

State	Total offenders	Illinois_/100K	National_/100K
Illinois	32,213	263	266

There are a total of 32,213 sex offenders in Illinois. This yields a total of 263 sex offenders in Illinois per 100,000 residents which is 1% 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}
McNabb, IL	237	0	0	0
Oglesby, IL	3,652	55	247	302
Lacon, IL	1,771	269	54	323
Toluca, IL	1,287	0	750	750
Granville, IL	1,449	125	736	861
Washburn, IL	1,109	139	816	955
De Pue, IL	1,724	154	901	1,054
Henry, IL	2,352	173	390	563

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Woodbine, NJ	2,352	119	828	947
Mayodan, NC	2,352	41	6,738	6,780
Flora, MS	2,353	94	673	767
Croom, MD	2,353	107	440	547
Collierville, CA	2,354	246	1,152	1,398
Henry, IL	2,352	173	390	563

Source: The Henry, IL 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.