Alcester, SD crime snapshot: safety grade A, violent crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
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Alcester, SD demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.
With property crimes being more prevalent (50.0% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
The relatively low crime count of 2 incidents suggests Alcester maintains good community safety standards.
Alcester demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US4600700, a preliminary analysis reveals a total crime count of 2 incidents. The incidents are divided between two main categories: assault and property crime, each accounting for one incident. Within the assault category, the specific sub-category is "Assault Offenses," with a count of 1. The property crime category consists solely of "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property," also with a count of 1. To provide a more comprehensive safety assessment, additional data is needed. This includes the city and state associated with GEOID 16000US4600700, the population of that area, and the median income. With this information, we can calculate crime rates per 100,000 residents, which allows for a standardized comparison against other locations. Furthermore, a safety score and grade, violent crime rate, and property crime rate can be determined, offering a more nuanced understanding of the area's safety profile. Crime map data and zip code information would also be valuable for visualizing crime patterns and identifying potential hotspots. Without the population data, it's impossible to determine if a total crime count of 2 is high or low. For example, if the population is 100, the crime rate would be 2,000 per 100,000, which would be considered very high. Conversely, if the population is 10,000, the crime rate would be 20 per 100,000, which would be considered low. The distribution of crime between assault and property crime suggests a need to address both violent and non-violent offenses. The specific nature of the property crime, vandalism, indicates a potential need for community-level interventions focused on property protection and conflict resolution.
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Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
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Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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