Lafayette County, located in Wisconsin, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to statistics, the average violent crime rate in Lafayette County is 8.4, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in the county is 17.5, which is also lower than the national average of 35.4. This indicates that Lafayette County has a relatively safe environment for its residents. However, it is important to note that any crime, no matter how small, has a significant impact on the community. Therefore, it is crucial for law enforcement to continue working towards maintaining a safe and secure environment for all residents in Lafayette County.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Lafayette County violent crime is 8.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Lafayette County property crime is 17.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Lafayette, Wisconsin does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Platteville, Wisconsin. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Platteville, Wisconsin. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.