Chesterton, IN Crime


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Chesterton, Indiana, a small town with a population of just over 14,000, has relatively low crime rates compared to the rest of the United States. According to the average violent crime rate in Chesterton is 11.1, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Chesterton are less likely to be victims of violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Property crime is also lower in Chesterton, with an average rate of 20.6 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. Despite these lower rates, Chesterton still faces its fair share of crime, as no community is completely immune to it. However, the town's efforts to maintain a safe environment for its residents have resulted in a relatively peaceful community, making it an attractive place to live.

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

Chesterton violent crime is 11.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Chesterton property crime is 20.6. (The US average is 35.4)

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 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Chesterton, IN Crime History
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Over 15 years ago

Chesterton location next to Lake Michigan tempers the changes that we see. We are use to the cold weather but the lake helps keep the area warmer longer into the winter.  More

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Over 16 years ago

We have a low incidence of crime in our area, very clean downtown, well  More

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Over 17 years ago

Small town, with all its charm and quiet, with lots of space, but within 45 minutes of downtown Chicago, with all the big city cultural  More

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