The crime rate in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN Metro Area stands at 16.1, which is lower than the national average for violent crime of 22.7. This indicates that the area has a relatively low rate of violent offenses such as homicide, assault, and robbery. However, the property crime rate in Lafayette-West Lafayette is slightly higher at 30.7 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes offenses such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While the overall crime rate in the area may be lower than the national average, it is still important for residents and visitors to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to prevent becoming a victim of crime. The community should continue to work together with law enforcement to maintain a safe and secure environment for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Lafayette-West Lafayette Metro Area violent crime is 16.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Lafayette-West Lafayette Metro Area property crime is 30.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Lafayette-West Lafayette, Indiana does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of West Lafayette, Indiana. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of West Lafayette, Indiana. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.