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Crime
Property Crime
Percent Owner Occupied
Median Income
Population
Pangburn, located in Arkansas, presents an intriguing case study in property crime trends. Between 2012 and 2016, the total number of property crimes in the city decreased significantly from 29 to 9, representing a 69% reduction. This decline occurred against a backdrop of population growth, with the city's population increasing from 2,388 in 2012 to 2,915 in 2016, a 22% rise.
The burglary rate in the city showed a notable decline over the observed period. In 2012, there were 8 burglaries, which decreased to 2 in 2016, marking a 75% reduction. When adjusted for population, the burglary rate fell from 3.35 per 1,000 residents in 2012 to 0.69 per 1,000 in 2016. Interestingly, while the number of burglaries decreased, the city's share of state burglaries fluctuated. It peaked at 0.06% of state burglaries in 2013 before dropping to 0.01% in 2016, suggesting that the city's burglary reduction outpaced the state average.
Larceny-theft incidents also showed a downward trend. From 20 cases in 2012, the number decreased to 6 in 2016, a 70% reduction. The larceny-theft rate per 1,000 residents dropped from 8.38 in 2012 to 2.06 in 2016. The city's contribution to state larceny-theft figures decreased from 0.04% in 2012 to 0.01% in 2016, indicating that the city's improvement in this category was more pronounced than the state average.
Motor vehicle theft remained relatively stable at low levels. There was 1 case reported in 2012, 2013, 2015, and 2016, with no cases in 2014. Despite the consistency in numbers, the rate per 1,000 residents decreased slightly due to population growth, from 0.42 in 2012 to 0.34 in 2016. The city's share of state motor vehicle thefts remained low, ranging between 0.02% and 0.03% during this period.
Arson cases were consistently reported as zero throughout the observed period, indicating either an absence of such crimes or potential underreporting.
A strong correlation appears to exist between the decline in property crimes and the increase in home ownership rates. The percentage of owner-occupied homes rose from 83% in 2015 to 86% in 2016, coinciding with the lowest reported property crime figures. This suggests that increased home ownership may contribute to community stability and reduced property crime rates.
Applying predictive models based on the observed trends, it's projected that by 2025, Pangburn could see its property crime rate continue to decrease, potentially reaching as low as 5 total incidents per year. This forecast assumes that the factors contributing to the crime reduction, such as increased home ownership and community engagement, remain consistent or improve.
In summary, Pangburn has demonstrated a remarkable improvement in property crime statistics from 2012 to 2016. The significant reductions in burglary and larceny-theft, coupled with stable low rates of motor vehicle theft and absence of arson, paint a picture of a community that has effectively addressed property crime issues. The correlation with increased home ownership suggests that community investment may play a crucial role in maintaining public safety. As the city continues to grow, maintaining these positive trends will be key to ensuring a safe and thriving community for its residents.