Burnsville, MN Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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18%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

24%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

27%

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}	Burnsville_{/100k people}	Minnesota_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,744	n/a (estimate)	2,752	2,247	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	1.6	3.2	6.3
Rape	24	n/a	37.9	40.7	40.0
Robbery	26	n/a	41.0	57.0	66.1
Assault	126	n/a	198.9	179.7	268.2
Violent crime	177	n/a (estimate)	279	281	370
Burglary	121	n/a	191.0	214.2	269.8
Theft	1,263	n/a	1,993.3	1,464.8	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	183	n/a	288.8	287.9	282.7
Property crime	1,567	n/a (estimate)	2,473	1,967	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Burnsville, MN

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Burnsville crime rate is 18.4% higher 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 Burnsville, there were 177 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 279 per 100,000 individuals, 24.5% lower than the national average. Additionally, Burnsville recorded 1567 property crimes, amounting to 2473 per 100,000 residents, 26.5% higher than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Burnsville?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Burnsville residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 34 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 50% of Burnsville residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 50% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Burnsville a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Burnsville 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. Burnsville has a total crime rate that is 18% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 4.78 daily crimes (0.48 violent daily crimes and 4.29 daily property crimes) in Burnsville.

Has Crime in Burnsville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Burnsville has increased by 1.5% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Burnsville 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 34.1%, while property crime has increased by 1.3%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Burnsville.

Potential Causes for Crime in Burnsville

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Burnsville, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 3.3%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

In Burnsville, the cost of living is 5.8% higher than the national average. A high cost of living can induce economic stress for locals, especially those with limited financial resources. When people grapple with soaring housing expenses, utility bills, healthcare costs, and other essential necessities, they may be driven towards criminal activities, including theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities boasting a lower cost of living may mitigate economic pressures and potentially result in reduced crime rates.

The quality of housing and neighborhood conditions can influence crime rates. Neglected or run-down neighborhoods with poorly maintained properties may be more susceptible to criminal activities. In areas with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves residing in cramped or inadequate housing settings, amplifying stress levels and potentially fostering domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. It's worth noting that the median home price in Burnsville stands at $263,700, a contrast to the national average of $184,700.

Burnsville crime map

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

Burnsville crime rates are 18% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Burnsville are 24% lower than the national average
In Burnsville you have a 1 in 37 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Burnsville is safer than 32% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Burnsville has not changed

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Daily Crime In Burnsville (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Burnsville, per 100,000 residents. In Burnsville, the total number of daily crimes is 1.22 times more than the Minnesota average and 1.18 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Burnsville are 1.00 times less than the Minnesota average and 1.32 times less than the national average. For property crime, Burnsville has a daily crime rate that is 1.26 times more than the Minnesota average and 1.27 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Burnsville (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Burnsville in comparison to other Minnesota communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Burnsville safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Burnsville being safer than 14% of cities in Minnesota and 32% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Minnesota cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Burnsville. In conclusion, Burnsville ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Burnsville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Burnsville is 1 in 358

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Burnsville is 1 in 41

The chance of being a victim of crime in Burnsville is 1 in 37

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Burnsville, Minnesota? If you reside in Burnsville, then there is a 1 in 358 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 41. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 37 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Burnsville.

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

An ideal indicator of whether Burnsville 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 Burnsville has increased by 32% and the rate of property crime in Burnsville has decreased by 3%. The total crime rate in Burnsville has not changed year to year.

Burnsville police department

Item	Burnsville	Minnesota	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	84	7,759	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.4	1.8	3.3

There are a total of 84 Burnsville police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 23.9% less than the Minnesota average and 57.8% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Minnesota

State	Total offenders	Minnesota_/100K	National_/100K
Minnesota	1,283	26	266

There are a total of 1,283 sex offenders in Minnesota. This yields a total of 26 sex offenders in Minnesota per 100,000 residents which is 90% 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}
Tonka Bay, MN	1,466	39	276	316
Elko New Market, MN	4,715	20	300	320
Excelsior, MN	2,414	44	309	353
Deephaven, MN	3,904	27	504	531
Rosemount, MN	24,792	47	567	614
Farmington, MN	22,996	89	582	671
Lakeville, MN	65,710	77	674	751
Burnsville, MN	61,536	279	2,473	2,752

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Spring, TX	61,514	545	2,902	3,447
Reston, VA	61,418	108	780	888
Moore, OK	61,683	240	2,045	2,285
National City, CA	61,342	614	2,234	2,849
Palm Harbor, FL	61,787	252	1,524	1,776
Burnsville, MN	61,536	279	2,473	2,752

Source: The Burnsville, MN 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.