Valley Center, KS Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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53%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

53%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

53%

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}	Valley Center_{/100k people}	Kansas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	82	n/a (estimate)	1,099	2,407	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	4.6	6.3
Rape	4	n/a	53.6	45.5	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	29.2	66.1
Assault	9	n/a	120.6	335.4	268.2
Violent crime	13	n/a (estimate)	174	415	370
Burglary	4	n/a	53.6	273.4	269.8
Theft	56	n/a	750.4	1,488.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	9	n/a	120.6	230.2	282.7
Property crime	69	n/a (estimate)	925	1,992	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Valley Center, KS

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Valley Center is 52.7% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 13 violent crimes reported in Valley Center, equivalent to 174 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 52.9%. Additionally, Valley Center recorded 69 property crimes, amounting to 925 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 52.7%.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Valley Center reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

Is Valley Center a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Valley Center 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. Valley Center has a total crime rate that is 53% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.22 daily crimes (0.04 violent daily crimes and 0.19 daily property crimes) in Valley Center.

Has Crime in Valley Center 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 Valley Center 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 Valley Center has increased by 41.4% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 225% and property crime has increased by 27.8%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Valley Center

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 Valley Center, 90.5% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

In Valley Center, the ratio of police officers and civilians stands at 2.61 per 1,000 residents, contrasting with the national average of 3.25. This discrepancy highlights the potential impact of law enforcement and community policing on crime rates. The strength of their collaboration can serve as a deterrent to criminal behavior, fostering a safer environment. Effective law enforcement leans heavily on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and cooperation between police and residents. It's essential to recognize that the effectiveness of these efforts isn't solely tied to the quantity of officers but also hinges on the quality of their engagement with the community.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in Valley Center are $967, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

Valley Center crime map

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

Valley Center crime rates are 53% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Valley Center are 53% lower than the national average
In Valley Center you have a 1 in 92 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Valley Center is safer than 61% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Valley Center has increased by 41%

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Daily Crime In Valley Center (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Valley Center, KS per 100,000 people. In Valley Center, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 2.19 times less than the Kansas average and 2.12 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Valley Center is 2.38 times less than the Kansas average and 2.12 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Valley Center has a daily crime rate that is 2.15 times less than the Kansas average and 2.11 times less than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Valley Center (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Valley Center in comparison to other Kansas communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Valley Center safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Valley Center being safer than 70% of cities in Kansas and 61% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Kansas cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Valley Center. In conclusion, Valley Center ranks above average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Valley Center

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Valley Center is 1 in 575

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Valley Center is 1 in 109

The chance of being a victim of crime in Valley Center is 1 in 92

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Valley Center? If you reside in Valley Center, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 575. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 109 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 Valley Center, is 1 in 92.

Year Over Year Crime In Valley Center (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Valley Center is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Valley Center violent crime rates have increased by 222%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 27% year over year. Total crimes for Valley Center has increased by 41% in the same time frame.

Valley Center police department

Item	Valley Center	Kansas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	18	5,262	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.6	2.5	3.3

There are a total of 18 Valley Center police officers. This results in 2.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 5.5% greater than the Kansas average and 19.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Kansas

State	Total offenders	Kansas_/100K	National_/100K
Kansas	9,632	349	266

There are a total of 9,632 sex offenders in Kansas. This yields a total of 349 sex offenders in Kansas per 100,000 residents which is 31% 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}
Benton, KS	898	212	318	531
Halstead, KS	2,197	93	602	695
Kechi, KS	2,848	125	600	725
Colwich, KS	1,354	148	711	859
Sedgwick, KS	1,514	167	803	970
Eastborough, KS	755	168	805	972
Andover, KS	13,609	133	1,288	1,420
Valley Center, KS	7,843	174	925	1,099

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Orland, CA	7,843	252	1,150	1,402
Floresville, TX	7,844	201	1,681	1,882
Ashland, WI	7,841	163	3,310	3,473
Brevard, NC	7,841	180	1,414	1,594
Etowah, NC	7,840	302	1,537	1,838
Valley Center, KS	7,843	174	925	1,099

Source: The Valley Center, KS 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.