Lacy-Lakeview, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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28%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

10%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

31%

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}	Lacy-Lakeview_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	212	n/a (estimate)	2,968	2,732	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	14.0	6.7	6.3
Rape	2	n/a	28.0	50.0	40.0
Robbery	2	n/a	28.0	70.5	66.1
Assault	24	n/a	336.0	304.7	268.2
Violent crime	29	n/a (estimate)	406	432	370
Burglary	36	n/a	504.0	334.3	269.8
Theft	126	n/a	1,764.0	1,634.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	21	n/a	294.0	331.2	282.7
Property crime	183	n/a (estimate)	2,562	2,300	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Lacy-Lakeview, TX

The Lacy-Lakeview crime rates are 27.7% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 29 violent crimes in Lacy-Lakeview (406 per 100,000 people), which is 9.8% higher than the national average and there were a total of 183 property crimes (2562 per 100,000 residents) which is 31.1% higher than average.

The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Lacy-Lakeview is very close to the national average of all cities that reported crime. Lacy-Lakeview reported 406 violent crimes, while the average of all cities was 370.

Although the murder rates in America have decreased steadily since 1990, over the last few years there has been an uptick. Lacy-Lakeview has one of the highest murder rates in the country when compared to all other cities that reported crime in the U.S. There were a total of 1 murders in Lacy-Lakeview, which is 14 murders per 100,000 people.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Lacy-Lakeview?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Lacy-Lakeview residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 6 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 33% of Lacy-Lakeview 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, 67% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Lacy-Lakeview a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Lacy-Lakeview 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. Lacy-Lakeview has a total crime rate that is 28% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.58 daily crimes (0.08 violent daily crimes and 0.5 daily property crimes) in Lacy-Lakeview.

Has Crime in Lacy-Lakeview Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Lacy-Lakeview has increased by 9.3% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Lacy-Lakeview 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 11.5%, while property crime has increased by 8.9%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Lacy-Lakeview.

Potential Causes for Crime in Lacy-Lakeview

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. Lacy-Lakeview, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 4%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

In Lacy-Lakeview, the cost of living is 18.4% lower 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.

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 Lacy-Lakeview, the average monthly rent stands at $725, while the national average is $949 per month.

Lacy-Lakeview crime map

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

Lacy-Lakeview crime rates are 28% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Lacy-Lakeview are 10% higher than the national average
In Lacy-Lakeview you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Lacy-Lakeview is safer than 21% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Lacy-Lakeview has increased by 5%

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Daily Crime In Lacy-Lakeview (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Lacy-Lakeview, Texas is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Lacy-Lakeview are 1.09 times more than the Texas average and 1.28 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Lacy-Lakeview are 1.06 times less than than Texas and 1.10 times more than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Lacy-Lakeview are 1.11 times more than than Texas and 1.31 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Lacy-Lakeview (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Lacy-Lakeview to every other city in Texas, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Lacy-Lakeview safe? The gauges above illustrate that Lacy-Lakeview is safer than 19% of every city located within Texas along with 21% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Texas and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Lacy-Lakeview, TX is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Lacy-Lakeview

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Lacy-Lakeview is 1 in 247

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Lacy-Lakeview is 1 in 40

The chance of being a victim of crime in Lacy-Lakeview is 1 in 34

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Lacy-Lakeview? If you reside in Lacy-Lakeview, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 247. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 40 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 Lacy-Lakeview, is 1 in 34.

Year Over Year Crime In Lacy-Lakeview (per 100,000 people)

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Lacy-Lakeview, TX is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Lacy-Lakeview has increased by 7%, while the property crime rate in Lacy-Lakeview has increased by 4% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Lacy-Lakeview has increased by 5% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Lacy-Lakeview police department

Item	Lacy-Lakeview	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	23	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.4	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 23 Lacy-Lakeview police officers. This results in 3.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 14.3% greater than the Texas average and 5.7% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Texas

State	Total offenders	Texas_/100K	National_/100K
Texas	95,281	443	266

There are a total of 95,281 sex offenders in Texas. This yields a total of 443 sex offenders in Texas per 100,000 residents which is 67% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
West, TX	2,879	77	812	889
Hewitt, TX	14,705	166	896	1,062
Woodway, TX	8,936	53	1,062	1,114
China Spring, TX	1,264	199	1,058	1,257
Robinson, TX	11,806	247	1,096	1,343
Hallsburg, TX	405	407	2,166	2,573
Ross, TX	233	482	2,568	3,050
Lacy-Lakeview, TX	6,698	406	2,562	2,968

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Tamaqua, PA	6,699	349	1,848	2,197
DeFuniak Springs, FL	6,696	529	2,311	2,840
Clifton Heights, PA	6,700	282	1,493	1,775
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL	6,703	84	509	593
Maple Glen, PA	6,691	91	482	573
Lacy-Lakeview, TX	6,698	406	2,562	2,968

Source: The Lacy-Lakeview, TX 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.