Belleville, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Belleville Police Department serves the city of Belleville, IL in St Clair County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,698 violent crimes and 4,087 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 112.7 per 100k residents, which is 6.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 191.1 per 100k, 16.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate112.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,698 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents205 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents116 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents607 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate191.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,087 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate71.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents703 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate53.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,745 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate66.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents563 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 112.7 | C | 1698 | 106.2 | +6.1% |
| Property Crime | 191.1 | C | 4087 | 163.6 | +16.8% |
| Rape | 9.8 | F | 205 | 3.5 | +177.1% |
| Robbery | 2.5 | A | 116 | 5.8 | -57.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.1 | C | 607 | 22.3 | -0.9% |
| Burglary | 71.0 | F | 703 | 24.0 | +195.6% |
| Larceny | 53.9 | A | 2745 | 116.4 | -53.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 66.1 | F | 563 | 22.2 | +198.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 1 miles | A 21.4 | B 107.2 | Violent: 81.0% lower Property: 43.9% lower |
| Mascoutah | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Washington Park | 4 miles | A 25.8 | F 335.7 | Violent: 77.1% lower Property: 75.7% higher |
| Fairview Heights | 4 miles | F 173.3 | F 383.8 | Violent: 53.8% higher Property: 100.8% higher |
| Shiloh | 6 miles | A 47.6 | A 47.6 | Violent: 57.7% lower Property: 75.1% lower |