Charleston, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Charleston Police Department serves the city of Charleston, IL in Coles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 316 violent crimes and 366 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 105.5 per 100k residents, which is 0.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 111.4 per 100k, 31.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 Rate105.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents316 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents70 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate111.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents366 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate46.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents95 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate58.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents252 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents14 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 105.5 | C | 316 | 106.2 | -0.6% |
| Property Crime | 111.4 | B | 366 | 163.6 | -31.9% |
| Rape | 11.7 | F | 28 | 3.5 | +231.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.6 | B | 70 | 22.3 | -21.0% |
| Burglary | 46.9 | F | 95 | 24.0 | +95.2% |
| Larceny | 58.6 | A | 252 | 116.4 | -49.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.9 | A | 14 | 22.2 | -73.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mattoon | 3 miles | D 168.9 | A 90.5 | Violent: 60.1% higher Property: 18.7% lower |
| Arcola | 15 miles | D 137.0 | A 68.5 | Violent: 29.8% higher Property: 38.5% lower |
| Greenup | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Neoga | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Casey | 17 miles | A 42.4 | A 84.7 | Violent: 59.9% lower Property: 23.9% lower |