Rock Falls, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Rock Falls Police Department serves the city of Rock Falls, IL in Whiteside County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 577 violent crimes and 1,103 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 187.2 per 100k residents, which is 76.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 257.4 per 100k, 57.3% 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 3 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 Rate187.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents577 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate23.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents104 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate257.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,103 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate46.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents174 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate187.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents865 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 187.2 | F | 577 | 106.2 | +76.3% |
| Property Crime | 257.4 | D | 1103 | 163.6 | +57.3% |
| Rape | 23.4 | F | 63 | 3.5 | +561.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.4 | C | 104 | 22.3 | +5.1% |
| Burglary | 46.8 | F | 174 | 24.0 | +94.8% |
| Larceny | 187.2 | F | 865 | 116.4 | +60.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.4 | C | 56 | 22.2 | +5.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling | 1 miles | F 194.0 | B 138.6 | Violent: 3.6% higher Property: 46.2% lower |
| Albany | 11 miles | C 115.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 38.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Erie | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Dixon | 12 miles | B 85.9 | A 19.8 | Violent: 54.1% lower Property: 92.3% lower |
| Morrison | 14 miles | C 101.0 | A 25.2 | Violent: 46.1% lower Property: 90.2% lower |