Sparta, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sparta Police Department serves the city of Sparta, IL in Randolph County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 128 violent crimes and 100 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 145.6 per 100k residents, which is 37.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 41.6 per 100k, 74.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Larceny 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 Rate145.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents128 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate41.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents100 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate20.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 145.6 | D | 128 | 106.2 | +37.0% |
| Property Crime | 41.6 | A | 100 | 163.6 | -74.6% |
| Rape | 20.8 | F | 5 | 3.5 | +487.9% |
| Larceny | 20.8 | A | 81 | 116.4 | -82.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.8 | C | 6 | 22.2 | -6.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coulterville | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Marissa | 9 miles | A 55.9 | F 279.6 | Violent: 61.6% lower Property: 572.4% higher |
| Chester | 16 miles | A 14.8 | A 14.8 | Violent: 89.8% lower Property: 64.5% lower |
| New Athens | 16 miles | A 53.3 | A 53.3 | Violent: 63.4% lower Property: 28.0% higher |
| Red Bud | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |