Pepper Pike, OH Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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72%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

92%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

69%

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}	Pepper Pike_{/100k people}	Ohio_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	44	n/a (estimate)	644	2,076	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	6.1	6.3
Rape	0	n/a	0.0	48.4	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	53.1	66.1
Assault	2	n/a	29.3	185.9	268.2
Violent crime	2	n/a (estimate)	29	294	370
Burglary	4	n/a	58.5	255.3	269.8
Theft	30	n/a	439.0	1,292.9	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	8	n/a	117.1	234.5	282.7
Property crime	42	n/a (estimate)	615	1,783	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Pepper Pike, OH

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Pepper Pike crime rate is 72.3% 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 Pepper Pike, there were 2 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 29 per 100,000 individuals, 92.1% lower than the national average. Additionally, Pepper Pike recorded 42 property crimes, amounting to 615 per 100,000 residents, 68.6% lower than the U.S. average.

Pepper Pike has a crime rate of 644, which is considerably less than the national average of 2324. This results in Pepper Pike 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.

With only 29 incidents per 100,000 people, Pepper Pike boasts an exceptionally low rate of violent crimes, positioning it as one of the safest cities in the United States. Given these low violent crime rates, Pepper Pike has become an appealing destination for individuals in search of a secure and welcoming place to establish their new home.

In the latest reported crime year, Pepper Pike recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

Since 1990, property crime rates per 100,000 people in the United States have steadily decreased. Recently, the average did increase slightly. Having said that, Pepper Pike has a property crime rate that is well below the national average with only 615 reported property crimes compared to the national average of 1954. Based on this report, Pepper Pike remains a very safe place to live with regards to property crime.

Is Pepper Pike a Safe Place to Live?

Is Pepper Pike a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Pepper Pike has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 72%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.12 daily incidents, encompassing 0.01 violent crimes and 0.12 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Pepper Pike as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Pepper Pike Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Pepper Pike crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Pepper Pike has increased by 29.4% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 100% and property crime has increased by 27.3%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Pepper Pike

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Pepper Pike crime rates. In Pepper Pike, the poverty rate stands at 4.4%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

In Pepper Pike, 97.6% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Pepper Pike has a median home price of $443,000, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Pepper Pike crime map

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

Pepper Pike crime rates are 72% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Pepper Pike are 92% lower than the national average
In Pepper Pike you have a 1 in 156 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Pepper Pike is safer than 89% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Pepper Pike has increased by 24%

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Daily Crime In Pepper Pike (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Pepper Pike, Ohio is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Pepper Pike are 3.22 times less than the Ohio average and 3.61 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Pepper Pike are 10.03 times less than than Ohio and 12.64 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Pepper Pike are 2.90 times less than than Ohio and 3.18 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Pepper Pike (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Pepper Pike, Ohio compared to other areas of Ohio, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Pepper Pike safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Pepper Pike is safer than 87% of Ohio cities, and 89% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Ohio, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Pepper Pike. At this time, Pepper Pike sees a above average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Pepper Pike

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Pepper Pike is 1 in 3418

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Pepper Pike is 1 in 163

The chance of being a victim of crime in Pepper Pike is 1 in 156

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Pepper Pike? If you reside in Pepper Pike, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 3418. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 163 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 Pepper Pike, is 1 in 156.

Year Over Year Crime In Pepper Pike (per 100,000 people)

A good indicator of whether Pepper Pike is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Pepper Pike has increased by 93%, while the property crime rate in Pepper Pike has increased by 22% year over year. The number of total crimes in Pepper Pike has increased by 24% year over year.

Pepper Pike police department

Item	Pepper Pike	Ohio	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	17	17,044	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.9	2.7	3.3

There are a total of 17 Pepper Pike police officers. This results in 2.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 6.1% greater than the Ohio average and 11.9% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Ohio

State	Total offenders	Ohio_/100K	National_/100K
Ohio	17,872	156	266

There are a total of 17,872 sex offenders in Ohio. This yields a total of 156 sex offenders in Ohio per 100,000 residents which is 41% 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}
Kirtland, OH	6,801	0	58	58
Gates Mills, OH	2,142	0	90	90
Broadview Heights, OH	19,195	10	144	154
Valley View, OH	2,075	43	259	302
Willowick, OH	14,103	50	269	319
Glenwillow, OH	933	50	303	352
Brecksville, OH	13,521	30	356	386
Pepper Pike, OH	6,319	29	615	644

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Henderson, TN	6,323	455	1,051	1,507
Carolina Beach, NC	6,324	466	2,225	2,691
Chillicothe, IL	6,326	368	1,739	2,107
Rancho Calaveras, CA	6,310	560	2,626	3,186
Rockford, MI	6,310	81	677	758
Pepper Pike, OH	6,319	29	615	644

Source: The Pepper Pike, OH 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.