Gillespie, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gillespie Police Department serves the city of Gillespie, IL in Macoupin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 42 violent crimes and 195 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 64.6 per 100k residents, which is 39.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 322.9 per 100k, 97.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 Rate64.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate64.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate322.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents195 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate322.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents147 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 64.6 | A | 42 | 106.2 | -39.2% |
| Property Crime | 322.9 | F | 195 | 163.6 | +97.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 64.6 | F | 29 | 22.3 | +190.2% |
| Larceny | 322.9 | F | 147 | 116.4 | +177.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Olive | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 51.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 84.0% lower |
| Staunton | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 101.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 68.7% lower |
| Litchfield | 9 miles | D 164.7 | F 434.1 | Violent: 155.0% higher Property: 34.5% higher |
| Brighton | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 46.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 85.5% lower |
| Bunker Hill | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 119.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 63.0% lower |