Lanark, IL has a relatively low rate of violent crime, with a rate of 5.5 compared to the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Lanark are less likely to be a victim of a violent crime such as assault or robbery. However, the property crime rate in Lanark is slightly higher than the national average at 12.8 compared to 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. Despite these statistics, Lanark remains a generally safe community for its residents. The low rate of violent crime can be attributed to the close-knit community and strong sense of community watch. However, residents should still take precautions to protect their property and be aware of potential threats.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Lanark violent crime is 5.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Lanark property crime is 12.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.