Lake Station, IN Crime


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Lake Station, IN has been experiencing a higher rate of violent and property crime compared to the national average. According to , the violent crime rate in Lake Station is 14.2, while the US average is 22.7. This means that the city has a lower level of violent crime, but it is still a concerning issue. Additionally, property crime in Lake Station is at 59.7, which is significantly higher than the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. The higher crime rates in Lake Station may be attributed to a combination of factors, such as economic struggles, drug activity, and lack of community resources. Local authorities are continuously working to address and reduce crime in the city, but there is still a long way to go in ensuring the safety and security of the community.

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

Lake Station violent crime is 14.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Lake Station property crime is 59.7. (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
Lake Station, IN Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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New Chicago, IN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock12003
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Portage, IN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52019
Gary, IN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52019
Merrillville, IN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock72019
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Hobart, IN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock42019
Portage, IN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock52019
Merrillville, IN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock72019
Griffith, IN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock92019
Highland town (Lake County), IN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102019

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Over 10 years ago

Crime especially murders has skyrocketed. Watch your back everywhere. Pumping gas one day. Black guy comes over and ask if I have 20 dollars and shows me his pistol on  More

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