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Crime
Property Crime
Percent Owner Occupied
Median Income
Population
Duenweg, located in Missouri, presents an intriguing case study in property crime trends. Over the past decade, from 2010 to 2019, the total number of property crimes fluctuated, starting at 29 in 2010 and ending at 25 in 2019, a decrease of 13.79%. During this same period, the population declined slightly from 1,902 in 2010 to 1,842 in 2019, a decrease of 3.15%.
Burglary trends in the city have shown significant volatility. In 2010, there were 5 burglaries, which peaked at 15 in 2013, before dropping to 4 in 2019. This represents a 20% decrease over the decade. When adjusted for population, the burglary rate per 1,000 residents increased from 2.63 in 2010 to 2.17 in 2019. The city's share of state burglaries fluctuated, reaching a high of 0.05% in 2013 before settling at 0.03% in 2019. These fluctuations suggest periodic spikes in burglary activity, possibly indicating targeted efforts or specific incidents rather than a consistent trend.
Larceny-theft, the most common property crime in the city, showed a slight decrease over time. From 21 incidents in 2010, it dropped to 18 in 2019, a 14.29% decrease. The rate per 1,000 residents decreased from 11.04 in 2010 to 9.77 in 2019. The city's contribution to state larceny-theft remained relatively stable at 0.02% for most of the period, with a slight increase to 0.03% in 2015 and 2016. This stability suggests that larceny-theft trends in the city generally mirrored those of the state.
Motor vehicle theft exhibited an overall increase, from 3 incidents in 2010 to 3 in 2019, with significant fluctuations in between, peaking at 8 in 2018. The rate per 1,000 residents increased from 1.58 in 2010 to 1.63 in 2019. Notably, the city's share of state motor vehicle thefts increased from 0.02% in 2010 to 0.05% in 2018, before dropping to 0.02% in 2019. This volatile trend might indicate sporadic activity of organized theft rings or changes in local economic conditions affecting vehicle theft opportunities.
Arson cases in the city were rare but showed a concerning spike in 2019. From 1 incident in 2010, there were no reported cases from 2011 to 2018. However, in 2019, 2 arson cases were reported, representing a 100% increase from 2010. The rate per 1,000 residents increased from 0.53 in 2010 to 1.09 in 2019. Most strikingly, the city's share of state arsons jumped from 0.1% in 2010 to 0.34% in 2019, a significant increase that warrants attention from local law enforcement.
Examining correlations, there appears to be a strong relationship between property crime trends and changes in racial distribution. As the white population percentage decreased from 91% in 2013 to 83% in 2022, there was a corresponding increase in diversity, particularly in the Hispanic and two or more races categories. This demographic shift coincided with fluctuations in property crime rates, suggesting potential socio-economic factors at play.
Applying predictive models to forecast property crime trends for the next five years (up to 2029), we anticipate a slight overall decrease in property crimes. Burglaries are expected to stabilize around 3-4 incidents per year, while larceny-theft may continue its gradual decline to about 15-16 cases annually. Motor vehicle thefts are predicted to fluctuate between 3-5 incidents per year. The recent spike in arson cases is concerning, and while it's difficult to predict rare events, vigilance is warranted to prevent further occurrences.
In conclusion, Duenweg's property crime landscape reflects a complex interplay of demographic changes and societal factors. While some crime categories have shown improvement, others, particularly motor vehicle theft and the recent spike in arson, present ongoing challenges. The city's changing racial composition correlates with these trends, highlighting the need for community-oriented policing strategies that address the needs of a diversifying population. As the city moves forward, tailored crime prevention measures and community engagement will be crucial in maintaining and improving public safety.