Lafayette, CO Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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23%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

45%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

36%

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}	Lafayette_{/100k people}	Colorado_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	893	n/a (estimate)	2,862	3,640	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	3.2	6.4	6.3
Rape	19	n/a	60.9	63.4	40.0
Robbery	7	n/a	22.4	72.6	66.1
Assault	37	n/a	118.6	350.1	268.2
Violent crime	64	n/a (estimate)	205	493	370
Burglary	98	n/a	314.1	395.2	269.8
Theft	616	n/a	1,974.1	1,966.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	115	n/a	368.5	785.7	282.7
Property crime	829	n/a (estimate)	2,657	3,148	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Lafayette, CO

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 Lafayette is 23.1% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 64 violent crimes reported in Lafayette, equivalent to 205 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 44.5%. Additionally, Lafayette recorded 829 property crimes, amounting to 2657 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 35.9%.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Lafayette?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Lafayette residents. Out of the respondents (6 in total), 83% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Lafayette were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 17% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Lafayette a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Lafayette, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Lafayette presents a total crime rate that is 23% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Lafayette experiences an average of 2.45 daily crimes, comprising 0.18 violent incidents and 2.27 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 Lafayette Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Lafayette. 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 Lafayette has decreased by 1%. Specifically, violent crime has decreased by 24.7%, while property crime has decreased by 1.5%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Lafayette.

Potential Causes for Crime in Lafayette

Lafayette has a poverty rate that stands at 5.4, in contrast to the national average of 15.1. Historically, a direct correlation has been observed between poverty rates and crime stats. Higher poverty rates have led to higher crime rates, while lower poverty rates have led to a reduction in Lafayette crime rates. Income disparities and heightened poverty levels can serve as catalysts for elevated or reduced criminal activity, as individuals may or may not turn to illicit means to fulfill their basic needs. This could be one of many factors that may influence crime.

Lafayette has a population density of 3030.8 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 Lafayette crime rates.

In Lafayette, the median home price stands at $458,300, diverging from the national average of $184,700. Elevated housing costs often induce financial strain among residents. When individuals grapple with the challenges of affording housing, they may find themselves compelled to resort to criminal activities as a means of addressing their financial hardships, including acts like theft or fraud. This predicament is particularly pronounced in areas where housing affordability poses a persistent issue, giving rise to heightened concerns regarding crime. In such instances, some individuals and families may find themselves constrained to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, exacerbating stress levels and potentially fostering domestic disputes and associated criminal incidents.

Lafayette crime map

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

Lafayette crime rates are 23% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Lafayette are 45% lower than the national average
In Lafayette you have a 1 in 35 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Lafayette is safer than 38% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Lafayette has decreased by 8%

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Daily Crime In Lafayette (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Lafayette, CO per 100,000 people. In Lafayette, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.27 times less than the Colorado average and 1.23 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Lafayette is 2.40 times less than the Colorado average and 1.80 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Lafayette has a daily crime rate that is 1.18 times less than the Colorado average and 1.36 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Lafayette (higher is better)

Is Lafayette safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Colorado as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Lafayette to other cities in the state and across the country, Lafayette is 53% safer than other cities of Colorado and 38% safer than other cities in the nation. Lafayette has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Lafayette

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Lafayette is 1 in 488

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Lafayette is 1 in 38

The chance of being a victim of crime in Lafayette is 1 in 35

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Lafayette? In Lafayette, you have a 1 in 488 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 38. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Lafayette, CO is 1 in 35.

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

A good indicator of whether Lafayette is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Lafayette has decreased by 30%, while the property crime rate in Lafayette has decreased by 6% year over year. The number of total crimes in Lafayette has decreased by 8% year over year.

Lafayette police department

Item	Lafayette	Colorado	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	46	9,049	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.8	9.6	3.3

There are a total of 46 Lafayette police officers. This results in 1.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 80.9% less than the Colorado average and 43.9% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Colorado

State	Total offenders	Colorado_/100K	National_/100K
Colorado	11,204	251	266

There are a total of 11,204 sex offenders in Colorado. This yields a total of 251 sex offenders in Colorado per 100,000 residents which is 6% 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}
Coal Creek, CO	2,605	69	442	511
Pine Brook Hill, CO	776	69	442	511
Todd Creek, CO	4,635	94	600	693
Niwot, CO	4,085	128	818	945
Erie, CO	27,157	46	1,036	1,081
Dacono, CO	6,167	75	1,130	1,206
Superior, CO	13,292	187	1,199	1,387
Lafayette, CO	27,952	205	2,657	2,862

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Jeffersontown, KY	27,933	109	2,539	2,647
Drexel Hill, PA	27,925	272	1,441	1,713
Oakdale, MN	27,925	155	2,915	3,071
Winchester, VA	27,912	268	2,775	3,043
Middletown, NY	28,018	357	1,434	1,791
Lafayette, CO	27,952	205	2,657	2,862

Source: The Lafayette, CO 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.