Naperville, IL has safety grade A, a population of about 147,734, an overall crime rate near 275 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 Naperville, IL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Naperville, IL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Naperville, IL
Naperville, IL crime snapshot: safety grade A, violent crime rate 2.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
A
Safe
Violent Crime Rate
2.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Naperville, IL has moderate safety concerns with a B rating. Residents should remain aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (56.4% 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 406 incidents suggests Naperville maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Naperville demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Naperville, IL Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US1751622, a total of 406 incidents were recorded. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 226 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is the second most frequent, with 140 incidents. Within property crime, "Larceny/Theft Offenses" are the most common (85 incidents), followed by "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (41 incidents). Other property crimes include "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (8 incidents), "Motor Vehicle Theft" (5 incidents), and "Stolen Property Offenses" (1 incident). The "others" category accounts for 34 incidents, primarily "Fraud Offenses" (28 incidents) and "Counterfeiting/Forgery" (6 incidents). Sex offenses are relatively low, with a total of 3 incidents, divided into "Kidnapping/Abduction" (1 incident) and "Sex Offenses" (2 incidents). Robbery also accounts for 3 incidents, all classified as "Robbery." To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed, including the city and state associated with GEOID 16000US1751622, its population, median income, crime rate per 100k, safety score, safety grade, violent crime rate, property crime rate, crime map data, and zip codes. Without this information, it is impossible to calculate crime rates, assess overall safety, or compare this area to other locations.
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Safest Zip Codes
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Safety19.0
Per 1K19
Total Crimes60440
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Safety17.6
Per 1K18
Total Crimes60563
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Per 1K18
Total Crimes60532
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Safety16.8
Per 1K17
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FAQ about crime in Naperville, 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 Naperville, 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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