Chester, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Chester Police Department serves the city of Chester, IL in Randolph County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 74 violent crimes and 71 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 14.8 per 100k residents, which is 86.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 14.8 per 100k, 91.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents74 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents21 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents71 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents55 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 14.8 | A | 74 | 106.2 | -86.1% |
| Property Crime | 14.8 | A | 71 | 163.6 | -91.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.8 | B | 21 | 22.3 | -33.6% |
| Larceny | 14.8 | A | 55 | 116.4 | -87.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coulterville | 10 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Sparta | 16 miles | D 145.6 | A 41.6 | Violent: 884.8% higher Property: 181.4% higher |
| Ruma | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Red Bud | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Marissa | 23 miles | A 55.9 | F 279.6 | Violent: 278.4% higher Property: 1792.0% higher |