Machesney Park, IL has safety grade D, a population of about 22,709, an overall crime rate near 964 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 Machesney Park, IL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Machesney Park, IL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Machesney Park, IL
Machesney Park, IL 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.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
5.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Machesney Park, IL shows good safety standards with a A rating. While some crime exists, the area maintains reasonable safety levels for most residents.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (47.5% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
The relatively low crime count of 219 incidents suggests Machesney Park maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Machesney Park demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Machesney Park, IL Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US1745726, a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. The total crime count is 219 incidents. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 104 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is the second most frequent, with a total of 93 incidents. Within property crime, "Larceny/Theft Offenses" are the most common, with 56 incidents, followed by "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" with 34 incidents. Other property crimes include "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (1 incident) and "Motor Vehicle Theft" (2 incidents). The "others" category accounts for 16 incidents, predominantly "Fraud Offenses" (15 incidents) and a single incident of "Arson." Sex offenses are the least frequent, with a total of 6 incidents. These include "Kidnapping/Abduction" (1 incident), "Sex Offenses, Non-forcible" (1 incident), a duplicate entry of "Kidnapping/Abduction" (3 incidents), and "Sex Offenses" (1 incident). The duplicate entry for "Kidnapping/Abduction" suggests a potential data entry error that should be investigated for accuracy.
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FAQ about crime in Machesney 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 Machesney 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.
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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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