Fairfield, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fairfield Police Department serves the city of Fairfield, IL in Wayne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 141 violent crimes and 422 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 147.8 per 100k residents, which is 39.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 316.8 per 100k, 93.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 DAnnual Rate147.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents141 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate21.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents10 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate316.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents422 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate63.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents94 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate232.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents312 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents15 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 147.8 | D | 141 | 106.2 | +39.2% |
| Property Crime | 316.8 | F | 422 | 163.6 | +93.6% |
| Rape | 21.1 | F | 10 | 3.5 | +497.2% |
| Burglary | 63.4 | F | 94 | 24.0 | +163.7% |
| Larceny | 232.3 | F | 312 | 116.4 | +99.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.1 | C | 15 | 22.2 | -4.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flora | 21 miles | A 64.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 56.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Grayville | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Mcleansboro | 22 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Norris City | 28 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Olney | 28 miles | B 95.4 | C 155.0 | Violent: 35.5% lower Property: 51.1% lower |