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36%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
53%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
33%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleFranklin Park/100k peopleIllinois/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime270n/a (estimate)1,4811,9702,324
Murder0n/a0.07.86.3
Rape4n/a21.948.140.0
Robbery8n/a43.984.766.1
Assault20n/a109.7146.7268.2
Violent crime32n/a (estimate)176287370
Burglary38n/a208.4208.5269.8
Theft153n/a839.31,192.71,401.9
Vehicle theft47n/a257.8281.6282.7
Property crime238n/a (estimate)1,3061,6831,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Franklin Park, IL

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Franklin Park crime rate is 36.3% 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 Franklin Park, there were 32 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 176 per 100,000 individuals, 52.5% lower than the national average. Additionally, Franklin Park recorded 238 property crimes, amounting to 1306 per 100,000 residents, 33.2% lower than the U.S. average.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Franklin Park 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.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Franklin Park?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Franklin Park. Based on the results of the surveys (11 responses), 55% of people felt that there was very little crime in Franklin Park and felt safe walking alone at night. While 45% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Franklin Park a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Franklin Park, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Franklin Park presents a total crime rate that is 36% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Franklin Park experiences an average of 0.74 daily crimes, comprising 0.09 violent incidents and 0.65 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Franklin Park Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Franklin Park has increased by 8.4%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Franklin Park, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 18.5%, while property crime has increased by 7.2%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Franklin Park is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Franklin Park

In Franklin Park, the current unemployment rate stands at 4.3%, 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 Franklin Park crime rates.

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. Franklin Park has a median home price of $211,600, 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.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In Franklin Park, the average monthly rent stands at $942, while the national average is $949 per month.

Franklin Park crime map



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

      • Franklin Park crime rates are 36% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Franklin Park are 53% lower than the national average
      • In Franklin Park you have a 1 in 68 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Franklin Park is safer than 56% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Franklin Park has increased by 3%

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        Daily Crime In Franklin Park (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Franklin Park for every 100,000 residents. The Franklin Park total amount of daily crime is 1.33 times less than the Illinois average and 1.57 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Franklin Park, is 1.64 times less than the Illinois average, and it is 2.11 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Franklin Park has a daily crime average that is 1.29 times less than the Illinois average and 1.50 times less than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Franklin Park (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Franklin Park to every other city in Illinois, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Franklin Park safe? The gauges above illustrate that Franklin Park is safer than 32% of every city located within Illinois along with 56% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Illinois and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Franklin Park, IL is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Franklin Park

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Franklin Park is 1 in 570
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Franklin Park is 1 in 77
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Franklin Park is 1 in 68
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Franklin Park? In Franklin Park, you have a 1 in 570 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 77. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Franklin Park, IL is 1 in 68.

        Year Over Year Crime In Franklin Park (per 100,000 people)

        An analysis of year to year crime rates in Franklin Park, 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 Franklin Park has increased by 13%, the amount of property crime in Franklin Park has increased by 2%, and the total amount of crime in Franklin Park has increased by 3% year over year.

        Franklin Park police department

        Item Franklin Park Illinois National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)4330,690558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.32.63.3
        There are a total of 43 Franklin Park police officers. This results in 2.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 11.8% less than the Illinois average and 28.2% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Illinois

        State Total offenders Illinois /100K National /100K
        Illinois32,213263266
        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.

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        Franklin Park, IL17,7791761,3061,481

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        Source: The Franklin Park, 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.