Freeport, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Freeport Police Department serves the city of Freeport, IL in Stephenson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,814 violent crimes and 1,767 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 198.5 per 100k residents, which is 86.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 146.7 per 100k, 10.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent 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 FAnnual Rate198.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,814 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents246 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate146.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,767 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate34.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents391 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate103.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,274 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 198.5 | F | 1814 | 106.2 | +86.9% |
| Property Crime | 146.7 | B | 1767 | 163.6 | -10.3% |
| Rape | 4.3 | D | 85 | 3.5 | +21.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.3 | B | 246 | 22.3 | -22.5% |
| Burglary | 34.5 | D | 391 | 24.0 | +43.7% |
| Larceny | 103.5 | B | 1274 | 116.4 | -11.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.6 | A | 85 | 22.2 | -61.1% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanark | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Winnebago | 20 miles | C 104.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 47.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Mount Morris | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 108.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 26.2% lower |
| Polo | 22 miles | A 44.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 77.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Byron | 22 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 109.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 25.3% lower |