Charleston, IL Crime


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Charleston, IL is a small town that is known for its peaceful and tight-knit community. However, despite its reputation, the town has seen a rise in crime in recent years. According to , the violent crime rate in Charleston, IL is 16.4, which is lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate is 11.2, which is significantly lower than the US average of 35.4. This means that while the town may have a lower overall crime rate compared to the rest of the country, it still faces its own challenges with maintaining safety and security for its residents. It is important for the community to work together and take necessary precautions to continue making Charleston, IL a safe place to live.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Charleston violent crime is 16.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Charleston property crime is 11.2. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Charleston, IL Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
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