Foley, AL Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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8%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

57%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

20%

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}	Foley_{/100k people}	Alabama_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	592	n/a (estimate)	2,505	2,148	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	8.5	10.9	6.3
Rape	5	n/a	21.2	29.6	40.0
Robbery	4	n/a	16.9	34.5	66.1
Assault	27	n/a	114.3	334.1	268.2
Violent crime	38	n/a (estimate)	161	409	370
Burglary	145	n/a	613.7	283.9	269.8
Theft	367	n/a	1,553.2	1,252.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	42	n/a	177.7	202.3	282.7
Property crime	554	n/a (estimate)	2,345	1,739	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Foley, AL

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 Foley is 7.8% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 38 violent crimes reported in Foley, equivalent to 161 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 56.5%. Additionally, Foley recorded 554 property crimes, amounting to 2345 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 20%.

When assessing the total crime rate in Foley per 100,000 people, it stands in the median range among all cities with reported crime data. Our analysis of total incidents, encompassing both violent and property crimes within Foley, underscores the close alignment of reported crime rates with the national average as reported by other areas.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Foley?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Foley residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 31 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 42% of Foley 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, 58% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Foley a Safe Place to Live?

Is Foley 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, Foley has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 8%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 1.62 daily incidents, encompassing 0.1 violent crimes and 1.52 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Foley as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Foley Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Foley. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Foley has increased by 54.2%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 15.2%, while property crime has increased by 57.8%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Foley.

Potential Causes for Crime in Foley

In Foley, the current unemployment rate stands at 2.4%, diverging from the national average of 4.7%. The availability of job opportunities is a pivotal factor influencing unemployment and underemployment rates. Communities where individuals contend with limited employment prospects or a preponderance of low-wage positions may witness elevated rates of joblessness and income inadequacy, which can contribute to heightened crime levels driven by financial insecurity. Conversely, areas characterized by robust employment rates often experience a reduction in overall Foley crime rates.

Foley has a population density of 594.8 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 Foley crime rates.

The effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing initiatives can influence crime rates. A strong and collaborative relationship between the police and the community can deter criminal activity and improve safety. In Foley, there are 5.98 police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to the national average of 3.25. The effectiveness of law enforcement often depends on community policing strategies that emphasize building trust and cooperation between the police and the community. It's not just about the number of officers but also how they engage with the community.

Foley crime map

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

Foley crime rates are 8% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Foley are 57% lower than the national average
In Foley you have a 1 in 40 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Foley is safer than 46% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Foley has increased by 45%

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Daily Crime In Foley (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Foley, AL per 100,000 people. In Foley, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.17 times more than the Alabama average and 1.08 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Foley is 2.54 times less than the Alabama average and 2.30 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Foley has a daily crime rate that is 1.35 times more than the Alabama average and 1.20 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Foley (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Alabama and all other cities across the US, is Foley safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Foley is safer than 53% of other cities in the state of Alabama. In addition, Foley is safer than 46% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Alabama and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Foley. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Foley is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Foley

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Foley is 1 in 622

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Foley is 1 in 43

The chance of being a victim of crime in Foley is 1 in 40

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Foley? In Foley, you have a 1 in 622 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 43. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Foley, AL is 1 in 40.

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

An ideal indicator of whether Foley 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 Foley has increased by 8% and the rate of property crime in Foley has increased by 48%. The total crime rate in Foley has increased by 45% year to year.

Foley police department

Item	Foley	Alabama	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	90	9,968	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	6.0	4.1	3.3

There are a total of 90 Foley police officers. This results in 6.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 47.3% greater than the Alabama average and 83.9% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Alabama

State	Total offenders	Alabama_/100K	National_/100K
Alabama	10,698	231	266

There are a total of 10,698 sex offenders in Alabama. This yields a total of 231 sex offenders in Alabama per 100,000 residents which is 13% 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}
Lillian, AL	2,120	125	532	657
Magnolia Springs, AL	1,129	206	876	1,082
Silverhill, AL	585	224	895	1,119
Perdido Beach, AL	440	300	1,274	1,573
Fairhope, AL	22,035	181	1,533	1,714
Gulf Shores, AL	12,550	332	2,421	2,753
Orange Beach, AL	6,130	375	2,415	2,790
Foley, AL	19,337	161	2,345	2,505

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Brigham City, UT	19,336	312	2,445	2,757
Louisville, CO	19,342	175	2,409	2,584
Englewood, FL	19,332	251	1,520	1,772
Pinole, CA	19,343	386	2,890	3,276
Plattsburgh, NY	19,343	619	2,485	3,104
Foley, AL	19,337	161	2,345	2,505

Source: The Foley, AL 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.