B+
65%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
22%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
73%
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 peopleMillersville/100k peopleTennessee/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime51n/a (estimate)8172,9242,324
Murder0n/a0.08.66.3
Rape2n/a32.138.240.0
Robbery0n/a0.067.166.1
Assault16n/a256.5507.6268.2
Violent crime18n/a (estimate)289622370
Burglary3n/a48.1319.1269.8
Theft25n/a400.71,620.91,401.9
Vehicle theft5n/a80.1362.3282.7
Property crime33n/a (estimate)5292,3021,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Millersville, TN

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Millersville crime rate is 64.8% 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 Millersville, there were 18 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 289 per 100,000 individuals, 22% lower than the national average. Additionally, Millersville recorded 33 property crimes, amounting to 529 per 100,000 residents, 72.9% lower than the U.S. average.

During the most recently reported crime year, Millersville 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.

In 1991, property crime rates in the United States soared to over 5,140 crimes per 100,000 people. In the years since, the U.S. property crime rate has continued to decline with the most recent year reporting only 1954 property crimes. In Millersville, the property crime rate was even less than the national average with a rate of 529, cementing it as one of the safest places to live with regards to property crime.

Is Millersville a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Millersville 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. Millersville has a total crime rate that is 65% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.14 daily crimes (0.05 violent daily crimes and 0.09 daily property crimes) in Millersville.

Has Crime in Millersville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Millersville has increased by 41.7% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Millersville 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 125%, while property crime has increased by 17.9%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Millersville.

Potential Causes for Crime in Millersville

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Millersville crime rate. The poverty level in Millersville is 6.4%, while the national average is 15.1%.

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Millersville currently has an unemployment rate of 2%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Millersville, 79.5% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

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

  • Millersville crime rates are 65% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Millersville are 22% lower than the national average
  • In Millersville you have a 1 in 123 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Millersville is safer than 52% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Millersville has increased by 55%

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        Daily Crime In Millersville (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Millersville on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Tennessee and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Millersville (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Tennessee, are 3.58 times less than the state average and 2.84 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Millersville on a daily basis are 2.15 times less than than Tennessee average and 1.28 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Millersville are 4.35 times less than the daily state average and 3.69 times less than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Millersville (higher is better)

        Is Millersville safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Tennessee as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Millersville to other cities in the state and across the country, Millersville is 68% safer than other cities of Tennessee and 52% safer than other cities in the nation. Millersville has a ranks above average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Millersville

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Millersville is 1 in 347
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Millersville is 1 in 190
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Millersville is 1 in 123
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Millersville? In Millersville, you have a 1 in 347 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 190. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Millersville, TN is 1 in 123.

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

        An ideal indicator of whether Millersville 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 Millersville has increased by 147% and the rate of property crime in Millersville has increased by 29%. The total crime rate in Millersville has increased by 55% year to year.

        Millersville police department

        Item Millersville Tennessee National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1711,551558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.63.63.3
        There are a total of 17 Millersville police officers. This results in 2.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 28.1% less than the Tennessee average and 20.9% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Tennessee

        State Total offenders Tennessee /100K National /100K
        Tennessee24,578412266
        There are a total of 24,578 sex offenders in Tennessee. This yields a total of 412 sex offenders in Tennessee per 100,000 residents which is 55% 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
        Shackle Island, TN4,010118438557
        Coopertown, TN4,52864787851
        Gallatin, TN40,262254672926
        Hendersonville, TN57,888136836972
        Portland, TN12,9282607651,025
        Orlinda, TN1,2112208141,034
        Cross Plains, TN1,9002228201,042
        Millersville, TN6,403289529817

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        Hampstead, MD6,4031588511,009
        Galax, VA6,4022563,8184,074
        Kathleen, FL6,4022951,7812,076
        Opp, AL6,4054672,1082,575
        Buena Vista, MI6,4016001,9992,599
        Millersville, TN6,403289529817
        Source: The Millersville, TN 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.