Danville, IL has safety grade D, a population of about 30,969, an overall crime rate near 2,008 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 Danville, IL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Danville, IL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Danville, IL Crime Rate and Safety Report
Danville, IL crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 11.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 8.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
11.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
The area has very low safety standards with a C rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (57.2% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
With 622 total incidents, Danville shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is assault.
Comparison Insights
Danville demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Danville, IL Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US1718563, a detailed analysis reveals the following: The total reported crime count is 622. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 350 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is the second most frequent, with a total of 237 incidents. Within property crime, "Larceny/Theft Offenses" are the most common (128 incidents), followed by "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (76 incidents), "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (23 incidents), "Motor Vehicle Theft" (9 incidents), and "Stolen Property Offenses" (1 incident). Homicide is relatively rare, with only 1 reported incident classified as "Homicide Offenses." Robbery accounts for 5 incidents, all categorized as "Robbery." The "others" category includes 17 incidents, comprising "Fraud Offenses" (11 incidents), "Arson" (4 incidents), and "Counterfeiting/Forgery" (2 incidents). Sex offenses total 12 incidents, including "Sex Offenses" (2 incidents), "Kidnapping/Abduction" (2 incidents), a second listing of "Kidnapping/Abduction" (7 incidents), and "Sex Offenses, Non-forcible" (1 incident). To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed. The city and state associated with GEOID 16000US1718563 are required to determine the population, median income, and calculate crime rates per 100k. Without this information, it's impossible to determine the safety score, safety grade, violent crime rate, property crime rate, crime map data, and zip codes data. Furthermore, insights into the context of these crimes, such as trends, specific locations, and contributing factors, would require additional data and analysis.
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Safest Zip Codes
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60602
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Safety109.3
Per 1K109
Total Crimes62523
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Safety105.4
Per 1K105
Total Crimes60603
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Safety100.7
Per 1K101
Total Crimes60604
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Safety101.3
Per 1K101
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FAQ about crime in Danville, 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 Danville, IL.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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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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