Bedford Park, IL has safety grade D, a population of about 669, an overall crime rate near 12,257 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Bedford Park, IL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Bedford Park, IL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Bedford Park, IL
Bedford Park, IL crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 19.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 102.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
19.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Bedford Park, IL demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.
Safety Recommendations
With property crimes being more prevalent (82.9% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
The relatively low crime count of 82 incidents suggests Bedford Park maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Bedford Park demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Bedford Park, IL Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US1704572, a total of 82 crimes were reported. Property crime is the most prevalent category, accounting for 68 of the total incidents. Within property crime, Larceny/Theft Offenses are the most frequent, with 59 reported incidents. Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property accounts for 4 incidents, while Burglary/Breaking & Entering and Stolen Property Offenses each account for 3 and 1 incidents respectively. Motor Vehicle Theft also accounts for 1 incident. Assault is the second most prevalent category, with 12 reported incidents, all classified as Assault Offenses. Robbery accounts for 1 incident, classified as Robbery. The "others" category accounts for 1 incident, classified as Counterfeiting/Forgery. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed, such as the city and state associated with GEOID 16000US1704572, the population of that area, and the median income. With this information, we could calculate crime rates per 100,000 population, which would allow for a more standardized comparison against other areas. Furthermore, a safety score and grade could be assigned based on the overall crime rate and the proportion of violent versus property crimes. A breakdown of violent crime rate and property crime rate would also be possible. Crime map data, zip code data, and deeper insights would require access to a broader dataset that includes geographic information and demographic details.
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FAQ about crime in Bedford Park, IL
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.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Bedford Park, IL.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
Combine this crime report with the market overview for Bedford Park, IL and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.
Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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