Sterling, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sterling Police Department serves the city of Sterling, IL in Whiteside County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 537 violent crimes and 1,386 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 194.0 per 100k residents, which is 82.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 138.6 per 100k, 15.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 FAnnual Rate194.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents537 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents12 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate34.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate138.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,386 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate110.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,117 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate27.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents97 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 194.0 | F | 537 | 106.2 | +82.7% |
| Property Crime | 138.6 | B | 1386 | 163.6 | -15.3% |
| Robbery | 6.9 | C | 12 | 5.8 | +19.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 34.6 | D | 64 | 22.3 | +55.6% |
| Larceny | 110.9 | C | 1117 | 116.4 | -4.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 27.7 | D | 97 | 22.2 | +25.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Falls | 1 miles | F 187.2 | D 257.4 | Violent: 3.5% lower Property: 85.8% higher |
| Dixon | 11 miles | B 85.9 | A 19.8 | Violent: 55.7% lower Property: 85.7% lower |
| Albany | 12 miles | C 115.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 40.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Erie | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Morrison | 14 miles | C 101.0 | A 25.2 | Violent: 48.0% lower Property: 81.8% lower |