South Barrington, IL Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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24%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

100%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

9%

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}	South Barrington_{/100k people}	Illinois_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	88	n/a (estimate)	1,770	1,970	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	7.8	6.3
Rape	0	n/a	0.0	48.1	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	84.7	66.1
Assault	0	n/a	0.0	146.7	268.2
Violent crime	0	n/a (estimate)	0	287	370
Burglary	12	n/a	241.3	208.5	269.8
Theft	73	n/a	1,467.9	1,192.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	3	n/a	60.3	281.6	282.7
Property crime	88	n/a (estimate)	1,770	1,683	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in South Barrington, IL

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in South Barrington is 23.9% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In South Barrington, there were 0 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 0 per 100,000 individuals, 100% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 88 property crimes, amounting to 1770 per 100,000 residents, 9.5% lower than the U.S. average.

South Barrington deserves recognition for its outstanding safety record, having reported no instances of violent crime in the latest crime report. This remarkable achievement underscores the city's commitment to ensuring the well-being of its residents and visitors. In an era where safety is of paramount importance, South Barrington sets an example as a secure and peaceful urban environment. This lack of reported violent crime contributes significantly to its reputation as a desirable place to live and visit, offering a sense of security that is truly invaluable.

In the latest reported crime year, South Barrington 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.

The property crime rate per 100,000 people in South Barrington is very similar to the national average. South Barrington had a property crime rate of 1770, while the national average was 1954. Based on these numbers, you could expect an average amount of property crime in this area.

Is South Barrington a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if South Barrington 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. South Barrington has a total crime rate that is 24% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.24 daily crimes (0 violent daily crimes and 0.24 daily property crimes) in South Barrington.

Has Crime in South Barrington Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in South Barrington. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in South Barrington has increased by 166.7%. Violent crimes have decreased by 100%, while property crimes have increased by 175%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in South Barrington

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 South Barrington 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. South Barrington has an unemployment rate of 1.9%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

South Barrington has a population density of 668.2 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower South Barrington crime rates.

South Barrington has an average rental rate of $0 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.

South Barrington crime map

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

South Barrington crime rates are 24% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in South Barrington are 100% lower than the national average
In South Barrington you have a 1 in 57 chance of becoming a victim of crime
South Barrington is safer than 74% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in South Barrington has increased by 171%

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Daily Crime In South Barrington (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in South Barrington, per 100,000 residents. In South Barrington, the total number of daily crimes is 1.11 times less than the Illinois average and 1.31 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in South Barrington are equal to the Illinois average and equal to the national average. For property crime, South Barrington has a daily crime rate that is 1.05 times more than the Illinois average and 1.10 times less than the daily national average.

How Safe is South Barrington (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in South Barrington, Illinois compared to other areas of Illinois, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is South Barrington safe? In the graphs above, it shows that South Barrington is safer than 55% of Illinois cities, and 74% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Illinois, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than South Barrington. At this time, South Barrington sees a above average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in South Barrington

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in South Barrington is 0

The chance of being a victim of property crime in South Barrington is 1 in 57

The chance of being a victim of crime in South Barrington is 1 in 57

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In South Barrington, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 0. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 57 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in South Barrington is 1 in 57.

Year Over Year Crime In South Barrington (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in South Barrington, Illinois (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in South Barrington has decreased by 100%, the amount of property crime in South Barrington has increased by 179%, and the total amount of crime in South Barrington has increased by 171% year over year.

South Barrington police department

Item	South Barrington	Illinois	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	21	30,690	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	4.6	2.6	3.3

There are a total of 21 South Barrington police officers. This results in 4.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 72.9% greater than the Illinois average and 40.8% greater 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}
Campton Hills, IL	10,962	0	9	9
Stone Park, IL	4,842	91	91	182
Pingree Grove, IL	8,768	45	172	217
Libertyville, IL	20,300	29	201	230
Wauconda, IL	13,629	29	208	237
Prairie Grove, IL	2,023	40	236	276
Tower Lakes, IL	1,293	40	236	276
South Barrington, IL	4,963	0	1,770	1,770

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Prospect, KY	4,961	22	681	703
Los Chaves, NM	4,965	661	2,529	3,189
Carle Place, NY	4,966	146	586	732
Buckley, WA	4,960	284	1,103	1,387
Needles, CA	4,959	1,865	2,336	4,201
South Barrington, IL	4,963	0	1,770	1,770

Source: The South Barrington, 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.