Decatur, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Decatur Police Department serves the city of Decatur, IL in Macon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,690 violent crimes and 9,332 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 197.7 per 100k residents, which is 86.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 234.3 per 100k, 43.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 FAnnual Rate197.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,690 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents253 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate19.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents360 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate42.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,736 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate234.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents9,332 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate80.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,364 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate118.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,690 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,094 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 197.7 | F | 5690 | 106.2 | +86.1% |
| Property Crime | 234.3 | D | 9332 | 163.6 | +43.2% |
| Homicide | 2.9 | F | 63 | 0.5 | +449.9% |
| Rape | 1.5 | A | 253 | 3.5 | -58.7% |
| Robbery | 19.0 | F | 360 | 5.8 | +227.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 42.5 | F | 1736 | 22.3 | +90.8% |
| Burglary | 80.5 | F | 2364 | 24.0 | +235.1% |
| Larceny | 118.6 | C | 5690 | 116.4 | +1.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.4 | C | 1094 | 22.2 | +18.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Mound | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Warrensburg | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Mount Zion | 6 miles | A 68.1 | A 34.0 | Violent: 65.5% lower Property: 85.5% lower |
| Maroa | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Moweaqua | 15 miles | A 58.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 70.3% lower Property: N/A |