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Crime
Property Crime
Percent Owner Occupied
Median Income
Population
Groveland, located in Florida, presents an interesting case study in property crime trends. From 2010 to 2020, the total number of property crimes fluctuated, with 163 incidents in 2010 increasing to 173 in 2020, representing a 6.13% increase. During this same period, the population grew significantly from 17,779 to 26,073, a 46.65% increase.
Burglary trends in the city show a concerning pattern. In 2010, there were 35 burglaries, which increased to 47 in 2020, a 34.29% rise. However, when considering the population growth, the burglary rate per 1,000 people actually decreased from 1.97 in 2010 to 1.80 in 2020. The city's share of state burglaries increased from 0.04% in 2010 to 0.16% in 2020, indicating a growing contribution to Florida's burglary statistics despite the lower per capita rate.
Larceny-theft incidents showed volatility over the decade. Starting at 111 cases in 2010, they dropped to 109 in 2020, a slight 1.80% decrease. The rate per 1,000 people fell more significantly from 6.24 to 4.18, reflecting improved safety relative to population growth. The city's percentage of state larceny-theft increased from 0.04% to 0.06%, suggesting a minor rise in its contribution to overall state figures.
Motor vehicle theft in the city remained stable, with 17 incidents reported in both 2010 and 2020. However, the rate per 1,000 people decreased from 0.96 to 0.65 due to population growth. The city's share of state motor vehicle thefts remained relatively constant, moving from 0.07% to 0.07% over the decade.
Arson data for the city shows zero incidents reported from 2010 to 2020, indicating either an absence of arson crimes or potential underreporting. This consistent zero figure results in a 0% contribution to state arson statistics throughout the period.
Examining correlations, there appears to be a moderate inverse relationship between population density and property crime rates. As density increased from 839 per square mile in 2010 to 1,230 in 2020, the overall property crime rate per 1,000 people decreased. Additionally, the rise in median income from $61,454 in 2013 to $72,333 in 2020 coincides with a general stabilization of property crime rates, suggesting a potential correlation between economic improvement and crime reduction.
Applying predictive models based on historical trends, it's projected that by 2029, the city may experience a slight increase in overall property crimes to approximately 185-190 incidents annually. This forecast assumes continued population growth and economic development patterns similar to those observed in the past decade.
In summary, Groveland has shown resilience in managing property crime rates despite significant population growth. The most notable trends include the relative decrease in per capita crime rates across categories, particularly in larceny-theft and motor vehicle theft, while maintaining a vigilant stance against arson. These findings suggest that as the city continues to grow, it has the potential to further improve its crime prevention strategies and maintain a safer environment for its residents.