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Crime
Property Crime
Percent Owner Occupied
Median Income
Population
Rock Port, located in Missouri, presents an interesting case study in property crime trends over the past decade. From 2010 to 2022, the total number of property crimes fluctuated, with a peak of 16 incidents in 2012 and a low of 3 incidents in both 2010 and 2022. This represents a 0% change over the period, despite population changes from 2,153 in 2010 to 2,001 in 2022, a decrease of approximately 7%.
Burglary trends in the city have shown notable fluctuations. In 2010, there was 1 burglary incident, which remained consistent in 2011 and 2012. The rate peaked at 2 incidents in 2014, representing 0.96 burglaries per 1,000 residents. By 2022, burglaries returned to 1 incident, or 0.50 per 1,000 residents. The percentage of state burglaries attributed to the city remained minimal, reaching a maximum of 0.01% in 2014 and 2022. This suggests that while burglary rates have varied, they remain a small fraction of the state's total, indicating relatively low burglary activity in the context of the broader region.
Larceny-theft has been the most prevalent property crime in the city. From 0 incidents in 2010, it peaked at 15 in 2012, equivalent to 7.31 incidents per 1,000 residents. By 2022, larceny-theft decreased to 2 incidents or 1.00 per 1,000 residents. The city's contribution to state larceny-theft statistics reached 0.01% in several years, including 2012, 2013, and 2015. This pattern suggests that while larceny-theft has been a concern, its impact has diminished over time, potentially reflecting improved prevention measures or changes in local dynamics.
Motor vehicle theft in the city has been sporadic. There were no incidents in 2010, 2011, and 2012. The highest number was recorded in 2014 and 2018, with 2 incidents each year, representing 0.96 and 0.96 thefts per 1,000 residents, respectively. In 2022, there were no reported motor vehicle thefts. The city's contribution to state motor vehicle theft statistics peaked at 0.01% in years with incidents, indicating that this crime remains relatively uncommon and has a minimal impact on state-level statistics.
Arson incidents have been notably absent from the city's crime reports throughout the entire period from 2010 to 2022. This consistent lack of arson cases suggests that fire-related property crimes are not a significant concern for the community.
Examining correlations between property crime trends and demographic factors reveals some interesting patterns. The fluctuations in property crime rates appear to have a weak inverse relationship with population density. For instance, in 2012, when property crimes peaked at 16 incidents, the population density was 740 per square mile. In contrast, in 2022, with only 3 property crimes, the density was slightly lower at 722 per square mile. However, this correlation is not strong enough to suggest a definitive causal relationship.
Median income shows a potential correlation with property crime rates. As median income increased from $44,472 in 2013 to $52,036 in 2022, there was a general downward trend in property crimes, from 9 incidents in 2013 to 3 in 2022. This suggests that improving economic conditions may contribute to reduced property crime rates.
Applying predictive models to forecast property crime trends for the next five years (up to 2029) suggests a potential stabilization or slight decrease in overall property crime rates. Based on the historical data and current trends, it's projected that the city may experience an average of 4-6 property crimes annually, with larceny-theft likely remaining the most common type. Burglary and motor vehicle theft are expected to remain low, potentially averaging 0-1 incidents per year each. Arson is predicted to continue its absence from the crime statistics.
In conclusion, Rock Port has demonstrated a relatively stable property crime environment over the past decade, with some fluctuations. The most recent data indicates a trend towards lower crime rates, potentially influenced by improving economic conditions. While property crimes, particularly larceny-theft, have been present, their impact on the community and contribution to state-level statistics remain minimal. The absence of arson and the low rates of motor vehicle theft are positive indicators for community safety. Moving forward, the city appears poised to maintain or potentially improve its property crime statistics, reflecting positively on its overall safety and quality of life for residents.