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Crime
Property Crime
Percent Owner Occupied
Median Income
Population
Mount Juliet, a city in Tennessee, has experienced significant growth and changes in its property crime landscape over the past decade. From 2010 to 2021, the total number of property crimes fluctuated, starting at 495 in 2010 and ending at 378 in 2021, representing a 23.64% decrease. During this same period, the city's population grew substantially from 32,277 in 2010 to 48,320 in 2021, a 49.7% increase. This juxtaposition of decreasing crime rates against rapid population growth presents an interesting dynamic for analysis.
Burglary trends in the city show a notable decline over time. In 2010, there were 77 burglaries reported, which decreased to 28 by 2021, representing a 63.64% reduction. When adjusted for population growth, the burglary rate per 1,000 residents fell from 2.38 in 2010 to 0.58 in 2021, a 75.63% decrease. The city's share of state burglaries fluctuated, peaking at 0.25% in 2015 and 2016, before settling at 0.21% in 2021. This downward trend in burglaries, despite population growth, suggests improved security measures or community policing efforts.
Larceny-theft, the most common property crime in the city, showed more variability. In 2010, there were 406 larceny-theft incidents, which decreased to 331 by 2021, an 18.47% reduction. However, when accounting for population growth, the rate per 1,000 residents decreased more significantly from 12.58 in 2010 to 6.85 in 2021, a 45.55% drop. The city's contribution to state larceny-theft incidents increased from 0.35% in 2010 to 0.46% in 2021, indicating that while local rates improved, they did so at a slower pace than the state average.
Motor vehicle theft trends showed an increase over the period. In 2010, there were 12 reported incidents, which rose to 19 by 2021, a 58.33% increase. However, when adjusted for population, the rate per 1,000 residents increased only slightly from 0.37 in 2010 to 0.39 in 2021, a 5.41% rise. The city's share of state motor vehicle thefts increased from 0.11% in 2010 to 0.15% in 2021, suggesting that this crime type became relatively more prevalent in the city compared to state averages.
Arson incidents remained low throughout the period, with most years reporting either zero or one incident. Due to the low numbers, meaningful trend analysis for arson is limited. However, it's worth noting that the city's contribution to state arson cases never exceeded 0.33% during this period.
Examining correlations, there appears to be a strong inverse relationship between population density and property crime rates. As the population density increased from 1,253 per square mile in 2010 to 1,876 in 2021, overall property crime rates per capita decreased. Additionally, there's a notable correlation between rising median income and decreasing property crime rates. The median income rose from $79,848 in 2013 to $102,870 in 2021, coinciding with the general downward trend in property crimes.
Applying predictive models to forecast property crime trends for the next five years (up to 2029), we can anticipate a continued gradual decrease in overall property crime rates, particularly in burglary and larceny-theft. However, motor vehicle thefts may continue to show a slight upward trend. These predictions assume that current socioeconomic trends and law enforcement strategies remain consistent.
In summary, Mount Juliet has demonstrated resilience in managing property crime rates despite rapid population growth. The significant decreases in burglary and larceny-theft rates, coupled with rising median incomes and population density, suggest a positive trajectory for community safety. However, the slight increase in motor vehicle thefts warrants continued attention. As the city continues to grow, maintaining these positive trends will be crucial for ensuring long-term safety and quality of life for its residents.