Decatur, Indiana is a small, tight-knit community that prides itself on its low crime rates and safe atmosphere. However, in recent years, there has been an increase in crime, particularly in the areas of violent and property crimes. According to the latest data, the violent crime rate in Decatur is 9, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. This means that Decatur is still a relatively safe place to live, but the increase in violent crime is concerning for residents. Similarly, the property crime rate in Decatur is 29.2, slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. This indicates that while property crimes are also an issue, they are not as prevalent as in other parts of the country. To address these rising crime rates, the community is working together with local law enforcement to implement preventative measures and ensure the safety and security of its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Decatur violent crime is 9.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Decatur property crime is 29.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.