Kendallville, IN Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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25%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

33%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

23%

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}	Kendallville_{/100k people}	Indiana_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	177	n/a (estimate)	1,743	1,850	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	6.2	6.3
Rape	11	n/a	108.3	32.8	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	9.8	43.0	66.1
Assault	13	n/a	128.0	224.2	268.2
Violent crime	25	n/a (estimate)	246	306	370
Burglary	10	n/a	98.5	226.1	269.8
Theft	136	n/a	1,339.5	1,118.6	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	6	n/a	59.1	199.4	282.7
Property crime	152	n/a (estimate)	1,497	1,544	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Kendallville, IN

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 Kendallville is 25% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 25 violent crimes reported in Kendallville, equivalent to 246 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 33.4%. Additionally, Kendallville recorded 152 property crimes, amounting to 1497 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 23.4%.

In the most recently reported crime year, Kendallville registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

Is Kendallville a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Kendallville a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Kendallville crime rate is 25% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.48 crimes per day - 0.07 violent crimes and 0.42 property crimes.

Has Crime in Kendallville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Kendallville has increased by 46.3% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Kendallville 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 47.1%, while property crime has increased by 46.2%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Kendallville.

Potential Causes for Crime in Kendallville

In Kendallville, 77.5% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community 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.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, 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 Kendallville, the cost of living is 15.94% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Kendallville has an average rental rate of $639 per month, compared to the national average of $949. In areas with high rental costs, some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions. Overcrowding can lead to increased stress and tension, which may contribute to domestic disputes and related property or violent crimes. Addressing affordable housing and economic mobility can be important strategies for reducing crime in such areas.

Kendallville crime map

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

Kendallville crime rates are 25% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Kendallville are 33% lower than the national average
In Kendallville you have a 1 in 58 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Kendallville is safer than 45% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Kendallville has increased by 43%

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Daily Crime In Kendallville (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Kendallville for every 100,000 residents. The Kendallville total amount of daily crime is 1.06 times less than the Indiana average and 1.33 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Kendallville, is 1.24 times less than the Indiana average, and it is 1.50 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Kendallville has a daily crime average that is 1.03 times less than the Indiana average and 1.31 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Kendallville (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Kendallville in comparison to other Indiana communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Kendallville safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Kendallville being safer than 34% of cities in Indiana and 45% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Indiana cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Kendallville. In conclusion, Kendallville ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Kendallville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Kendallville is 1 in 407

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Kendallville is 1 in 67

The chance of being a victim of crime in Kendallville is 1 in 58

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Kendallville? In Kendallville, you have a 1 in 407 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 67. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Kendallville, IN is 1 in 58.

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

Determining whether Kendallville is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Kendallville violent crime rates have increased by 43%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 42% year over year. Total crimes for Kendallville has increased by 43% in the same time frame.

Kendallville police department

Item	Kendallville	Indiana	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	27	8,766	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.7	2.4	3.3

There are a total of 27 Kendallville police officers. This results in 2.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 15.5% greater than the Indiana average and 16.1% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Indiana

State	Total offenders	Indiana_/100K	National_/100K
Indiana	12,315	198	266

There are a total of 12,315 sex offenders in Indiana. This yields a total of 198 sex offenders in Indiana per 100,000 residents which is 26% 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}
Tri-Lakes, IN	1,531	57	286	342
Rome City, IN	1,439	61	306	367
Churubusco, IN	1,901	129	650	779
Topeka, IN	946	137	694	831
Avilla, IN	2,725	142	719	861
Ashley, IN	1,051	143	719	862
Wolcottville, IN	957	144	726	870
Kendallville, IN	9,365	246	1,497	1,743

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Fairfield Glade, TN	9,364	392	1,451	1,843
Augusta, KS	9,363	324	2,701	3,025
Succasunna, NJ	9,367	130	905	1,034
Woodfield, SC	9,361	541	2,545	3,087
Alamosa, CO	9,360	770	6,168	6,937
Kendallville, IN	9,365	246	1,497	1,743

Source: The Kendallville, IN 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.