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Washington, IL has safety grade D, a population of about 16,555, an overall crime rate near 2,320 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 Washington, IL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Washington, IL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.

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Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Washington, IL

Washington, IL crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 4.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 12.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.

Safety Score

D

High Risk

Violent Crime Rate

4.00

per 1000 residents

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Property Crime Rate

12.00

per 1000 residents

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Total Crimes

384

reported incidents

Safety Analysis & Recommendations

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Overall Assessment

Washington, IL shows good safety standards with a B+ rating. While some crime exists, the area maintains reasonable safety levels for most residents.

Safety Recommendations

With property crimes being more prevalent (51.0% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.

Trend Analysis

The relatively low crime count of 384 incidents suggests Washington maintains good community safety standards.

Comparison Insights

Washington demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.

Analysis generated on: 10/27/2026

Washington, IL Crime Analysis

Based on the provided crime data for an area identified by the GEOID "16000US1779033," a total of 384 crimes were recorded. The most prevalent main crime category is property crime, accounting for 196 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most frequent, with 176 incidents, followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property with 14 incidents. Motor vehicle theft and burglary/breaking & entering each account for 2 incidents, while stolen property offenses also account for 2 incidents. Assault is the second most common main category, with 62 incidents, all classified as assault offenses. The "others" category accounts for 125 incidents, primarily driven by fraud offenses (94 incidents) and embezzlement (31 incidents). Sex offenses are the least frequent, with only 1 incident recorded. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed. The GEOID "16000US1779033" represents a specific census-designated place, but without knowing the corresponding city and state, it's impossible to determine the population, median income, crime rate per 100k, safety score, safety grade, violent crime rate, property crime rate, crime map data, and zip codes data. Once the city and state are identified, this information can be gathered from sources like the US Census Bureau, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data, and local law enforcement agencies. With the city and state identified, the population and total crime count can be used to calculate the crime rate per 100k residents. The violent crime rate can be derived from the assault and sex offense data, while the property crime rate is directly available. Comparing these rates to state and national averages would provide context for the area's safety. Safety scores and grades are often assigned by third-party organizations based on crime statistics and other factors. Crime map data, typically available from local law enforcement or crime mapping websites, would visually represent the distribution of crime incidents. Zip code data would further refine the geographic analysis. Based on the current data, the insights are limited to the relative frequency of different crime categories. Property crime, particularly larceny/theft, appears to be a significant concern. Fraud and embezzlement also contribute substantially to the overall crime count. Assault offenses are present, while sex offenses are relatively rare. A more detailed analysis, including comparisons to other areas and trends over time, would require the additional information mentioned above.

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Safest Zip Codes
10
62695
#1
Morgan County Area
12
Safety
8.8
Per 1K
9
Total Crimes

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62625
#2
Sangamon County Area
27
Safety
7.3
Per 1K
7
Total Crimes

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62556
#3
Christian County Area
13
Safety
8.7
Per 1K
9
Total Crimes

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62563
#4
Sangamon County Area
38
Safety
6.2
Per 1K
6
Total Crimes

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High Crime Zip Codes
10
60602
#1
Cook County Area
0
Safety
109.3
Per 1K
109
Total Crimes
62523
#2
Macon County Area
0
Safety
105.4
Per 1K
105
Total Crimes
60603
#3
Cook County Area
0
Safety
100.7
Per 1K
101
Total Crimes
60604
#4
Cook County Area
0
Safety
101.3
Per 1K
101
Total Crimes

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FAQ about crime in Washington, IL

PulseReal currently grades Washington, IL as D. The population used for these rates is 16,555. The overall crime rate on this page is about 2,320 per 100,000 residents.

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 Washington, IL.

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 Washington, IL and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.

Data sources & further reading

PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.

US Census QuickFacts

Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.

Wikipedia

Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.

HUD Market Data

Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.

BLS Local Area Statistics

Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BJS National Crime Victimization Survey

Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.

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