Harvard, IL Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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58%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

71%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

56%

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}	Harvard_{/100k people}	Illinois_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	92	n/a (estimate)	972	1,970	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	7.8	6.3
Rape	3	n/a	31.7	48.1	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	10.6	84.7	66.1
Assault	6	n/a	63.4	146.7	268.2
Violent crime	10	n/a (estimate)	106	287	370
Burglary	5	n/a	52.8	208.5	269.8
Theft	69	n/a	729.3	1,192.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	8	n/a	84.6	281.6	282.7
Property crime	82	n/a (estimate)	867	1,683	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Harvard, IL

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 Harvard is 58.2% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 10 violent crimes reported in Harvard, equivalent to 106 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 71.4%. Additionally, Harvard recorded 82 property crimes, amounting to 867 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 55.7%.

Harvard has one of the lowest violent crime rates of all cities in the United States. With a rate of 106 violent crimes per 100,000 people, Harvard ranks among the safest cities in the United States making it an attractive choice for those seeking a new place to call home.

Harvard showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Harvard?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Harvard residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 8 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 100% of Harvard 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, 0% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Harvard a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether Harvard is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, Harvard has an overall crime rate that is 58% lower than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 0.25 daily occurrences, comprising 0.03 violent crimes and 0.22 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of Harvard as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in Harvard 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 Harvard 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 Harvard has increased by 35.3% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 54.6% and property crime has increased by 78.3%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Harvard

Harvard has a population density of 1101.5 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 Harvard crime rates.

In Harvard, 71.3% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Harvard, the cost of living is 10.68% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Harvard crime map

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

Harvard crime rates are 58% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Harvard are 71% lower than the national average
In Harvard you have a 1 in 103 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Harvard is safer than 73% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Harvard has increased by 28%

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Daily Crime In Harvard (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Harvard, Illinois is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Harvard are 2.03 times less than the Illinois average and 2.39 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Harvard are 2.72 times less than than Illinois and 3.50 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Harvard are 1.94 times less than than Illinois and 2.25 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Harvard (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Harvard in comparison to other Illinois communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Harvard safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Harvard being safer than 53% of cities in Illinois and 73% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Illinois cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Harvard. In conclusion, Harvard ranks above average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Harvard

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Harvard is 1 in 947

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Harvard is 1 in 116

The chance of being a victim of crime in Harvard is 1 in 103

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Harvard? If you reside in Harvard, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 947. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 116 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 Harvard, is 1 in 103.

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

Determining whether Harvard is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Harvard violent crime rates have decreased by 57%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 68% year over year. Total crimes for Harvard has increased by 28% in the same time frame.

Harvard police department

Item	Harvard	Illinois	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	20	30,690	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.1	2.6	3.3

There are a total of 20 Harvard police officers. This results in 2.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 20.1% less than the Illinois average and 35% less 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}
Sharon, WI	1,613	0	126	126
Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, WI	1,518	42	194	236
Bull Valley, IL	1,401	40	236	276
Williams Bay, WI	2,607	66	331	398
Timberlane, IL	1,158	62	362	424
Delavan Lake, WI	2,752	90	419	508
Lakewood, IL	4,013	75	437	512
Harvard, IL	9,203	106	867	972

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Lynwood, IL	9,210	302	1,768	2,070
Valley, AL	9,195	516	3,666	4,181
Madeira, OH	9,211	103	626	729
New Richmond, WI	9,212	123	1,056	1,178
Flowood, MS	9,213	209	1,578	1,787
Harvard, IL	9,203	106	867	972

Source: The Harvard, 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.