Fayetteville, AR crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 4.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 6.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
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The area has very low safety standards with a D rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
With property crimes being more prevalent (54.8% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
With 870 total incidents, Fayetteville shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is property crime.
Fayetteville demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US0523290, a comprehensive analysis reveals several key trends. The total reported crime count stands at 870 incidents. Property crime constitutes the largest category, accounting for 477 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most prevalent, with 324 incidents, followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property at 79 incidents and stolen property offenses at 51 incidents. Burglary/breaking & entering accounts for 17 incidents, while motor vehicle theft is relatively low, with only 6 incidents. Assault is the second most significant crime category, with a total of 336 incidents. A notable detail is the breakdown within assault, where 335 incidents are categorized as "Assault Offenses," with an additional single incident also labeled as "Assault Offenses." This suggests a high concentration of assault-related incidents. Sex offenses account for 24 incidents. The sub-categories include kidnapping/abduction (3 incidents), sex offenses (8 incidents), and an additional 13 incidents of kidnapping/abduction. This indicates a concerning presence of both sex offenses and kidnapping/abduction within this category. Robbery is relatively low, with 11 incidents, all categorized as "Robbery." The "others" category includes 21 incidents, comprising fraud offenses (14 incidents) and counterfeiting/forgery (7 incidents). Homicide is the least frequent crime, with only 1 incident reported. Given the high proportion of property crime and assault, targeted interventions focusing on theft prevention, vandalism reduction, and addressing the root causes of assault may be beneficial. The presence of sex offenses and kidnapping/abduction warrants focused attention and resources to ensure community safety and victim support. The relatively low incidence of robbery and homicide is a positive aspect, but continuous monitoring is essential to prevent any potential increase.
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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.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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