Wheeling, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wheeling Police Department serves the city of Wheeling, IL in Cook County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,185 violent crimes and 1,886 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 96.5 per 100k residents, which is 9.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 88.4 per 100k, 46.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery 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 CAnnual Rate96.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,185 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents23 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents94 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate88.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,886 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents172 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate61.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,609 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents99 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 96.5 | C | 1185 | 106.2 | -9.2% |
| Property Crime | 88.4 | A | 1886 | 163.6 | -46.0% |
| Robbery | 2.7 | A | 23 | 5.8 | -53.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.7 | A | 94 | 22.3 | -51.8% |
| Burglary | 13.4 | A | 172 | 24.0 | -44.2% |
| Larceny | 61.6 | A | 1609 | 116.4 | -47.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.4 | A | 99 | 22.2 | -39.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwoods | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 53.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 39.3% lower |
| Buffalo Grove | 3 miles | A 9.4 | A 30.7 | Violent: 90.2% lower Property: 65.2% lower |
| Prospect Heights | 3 miles | A 59.1 | A 39.4 | Violent: 38.8% lower Property: 55.5% lower |
| Northbrook | 3 miles | A 23.7 | A 77.1 | Violent: 75.4% lower Property: 12.8% lower |
| Deerfield | 4 miles | A 21.2 | A 21.2 | Violent: 78.0% lower Property: 76.0% lower |