Brookings, SD crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 5.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 4.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
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Brookings, SD shows good safety standards with a A rating. While some crime exists, the area maintains reasonable safety levels for most residents.
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (52.7% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
The relatively low crime count of 243 incidents suggests Brookings maintains good community safety standards.
Brookings demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US4607580, a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. The total count of reported incidents is 243. Property crime constitutes the largest category, with 107 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most prevalent, accounting for 76 incidents, followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property with 18 incidents. Motor vehicle theft is relatively low, with 7 incidents, while burglary/breaking & entering accounts for 5 incidents. Stolen property offenses are the least common within this category, with only 1 incident. Assault is the second largest crime category, with 128 incidents, all classified as assault offenses. Sex offenses are significantly lower, with a total of 5 incidents, divided between sex offenses (4 incidents) and sex offenses, non-forcible (1 incident). The "others" category, encompassing counterfeiting/forgery, accounts for 3 incidents. To provide a more comprehensive safety assessment, additional data is needed. This includes the city and state name associated with GEOID 16000US4607580, the population of the area, and the median income. With this information, we can calculate the crime rate per 100,000 residents, which is a standard metric for comparing crime levels across different areas. Furthermore, calculating violent and property crime rates separately would offer a more nuanced understanding of the types of crime that are most prevalent. A safety score and grade, along with a crime map, would provide a visual and easily understandable representation of the area's safety. Finally, zip code data would allow for a more granular analysis of crime patterns within the area.
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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.
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 Brookings, SD.
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 Brookings, SD and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.
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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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