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Crime
Property Crime
Percent Owner Occupied
Median Income
Population
Tuskegee, Alabama, a place of historical significance, has experienced notable changes in its property crime landscape over the past decade. From 2011 to 2022, the total number of property crimes decreased significantly by 76.7%, from 557 to 130 incidents. This substantial reduction occurred alongside a population decline of 10.8%, from 12,842 to 11,457 residents during the same period.
Burglary rates in the city have shown a dramatic decline over time. In 2011, there were 266 burglaries, which dropped to just 26 in 2022, representing a 90.2% decrease. When adjusted for population, the burglary rate fell from 20.7 per 1,000 people in 2011 to 2.3 per 1,000 in 2022. Interestingly, while the number of burglaries decreased, the city's share of state burglaries fluctuated. It peaked at 0.9% in 2012 before declining to 0.23% in 2022, suggesting that the city's burglary reduction outpaced the state average. This significant decrease in burglaries indicates improved security measures or changing social dynamics within the community.
Larceny-theft incidents also experienced a substantial decline. In 2011, there were 254 reported cases, which decreased to 94 in 2022, marking a 63% reduction. The rate per 1,000 residents fell from 19.8 in 2011 to 8.2 in 2022. The city's contribution to state larceny-theft figures decreased from 0.28% in 2011 to 0.2% in 2022, indicating that the reduction in larceny-theft was slightly less pronounced compared to the state average. This trend suggests a general improvement in property security or a shift in criminal activity patterns within the city.
Motor vehicle theft showed a similar downward trend. The number of incidents decreased from 37 in 2011 to 10 in 2022, a 73% reduction. The rate per 1,000 residents dropped from 2.9 to 0.9 over the same period. The city's share of state motor vehicle thefts fluctuated, peaking at 0.78% in 2012 before declining to 0.15% in 2022. This significant decrease in motor vehicle thefts relative to the state average could indicate more effective local law enforcement strategies or improved vehicle security measures.
Arson data for the city is limited, with only three years of reported incidents. In 2011, there were 4 cases of arson, representing 0.72% of state arson incidents. No data was available for most intervening years until 2022, which reported 2 cases, accounting for 0.38% of state arsons. Given the limited data, it's challenging to draw definitive conclusions about arson trends in the city.
Examining correlations between property crime trends and demographic factors reveals some interesting patterns. The decrease in property crimes coincided with a decline in population density, which fell from 752 people per square mile in 2011 to 671 in 2022. Concurrently, the median income increased from $23,601 in 2013 to $29,445 in 2022, suggesting a potential link between improving economic conditions and reduced property crime rates. The racial composition remained relatively stable, with a slight decrease in the Black population from 88% in 2013 to 85% in 2022, and a small increase in the White population from 8% to 12% over the same period.
Applying predictive models to forecast property crime trends for the next five years (up to 2029) suggests a continuation of the overall declining trend, albeit at a slower rate. Based on the historical data, we can estimate that total property crimes could potentially decrease by an additional 15-20% by 2029, reaching approximately 105-110 incidents annually. However, this prediction assumes that current socio-economic conditions and law enforcement strategies remain relatively constant.
In summary, Tuskegee has experienced a remarkable reduction in property crimes over the past decade, outpacing both its population decline and state averages in several categories. This improvement, coupled with rising median incomes, suggests a positive trajectory for the city's safety and economic well-being. As the community continues to evolve, maintaining these positive trends will be crucial for its long-term prosperity and quality of life.