Lafayette, TN crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 13.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 20.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
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Lafayette, TN 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 (56.7% 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 187 incidents suggests Lafayette maintains good community safety standards.
Lafayette demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for an area identified by the GEOID "16000US4740160", a total of 187 crimes were recorded. The most prevalent crime category is property crime, accounting for 106 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most frequent, with 84 incidents, followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property (10 incidents), burglary/breaking & entering (8 incidents), and motor vehicle theft (4 incidents). Assault is the second most common major crime category, with 66 incidents, all classified as assault offenses. "Others" category accounts for 13 incidents, comprising counterfeiting/forgery (2 incidents), fraud offenses (9 incidents), extortion/blackmail (1 incident), and embezzlement (1 incident). Sex offenses are the least frequent, with 2 incidents, classified as non-forcible sex offenses. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed, including the city and state associated with GEOID "16000US4740160", the population of that area, and the median income. With this information, we could calculate the crime rate per 100,000 population, which is a standard measure for comparing crime levels across different areas. Furthermore, a safety score and grade could be assigned based on the crime rates relative to national averages or other benchmarks. Violent and property crime rates could also be calculated separately to provide a more nuanced understanding of the types of crime affecting the area. Crime map data and 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 Lafayette, TN.
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 Lafayette, TN 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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