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Crime
Violent Crime
Median Rent
Racial Distributions
Population
Owensville, located in Missouri, presents an intriguing case study in violent crime trends. Over the period from 2010 to 2022, the city experienced fluctuations in both its violent crime rates and population. The total number of violent crimes varied from a low of 0 in 2011 to a high of 5 in 2018, while the population grew from 5,211 in 2010 to 5,009 in 2022, representing a slight overall decrease of 3.88%.
Examining the murder trends, Owensville reported only one murder throughout the entire period, occurring in 2016. This single incident represented 0.22% of the state's murders that year. With a population of 4,659 in 2016, this translated to a murder rate of 0.21 per 1,000 residents. The rarity of this event makes it challenging to discern any meaningful trends or patterns in murder rates for the city.
Rape incidents in the city were similarly infrequent, with reported cases in only three years: 2013, 2015, and 2019. The highest number of rapes (2) was recorded in 2019, representing 0.1% of the state's total. The rape rate per 1,000 residents peaked at 0.40 in 2019, up from 0.21 in 2015 and 0.21 in 2013. Despite these isolated incidents, the overall trend suggests that rape remains an uncommon occurrence in the city.
Robbery in Owensville was even rarer, with only one reported incident throughout the entire period, occurring in 2018. This single robbery represented 0.02% of the state's total robberies that year. With a population of 4,818 in 2018, the robbery rate was 0.21 per 1,000 residents. The scarcity of robbery incidents indicates that it is not a prevalent concern for the city.
Aggravated assault emerged as the most common form of violent crime in the city. The number of aggravated assaults fluctuated over the years, ranging from 0 in 2011, 2013, and 2014 to a peak of 4 in 2012 and 2018. In 2022, there were 3 aggravated assaults, representing 0.02% of the state's total. The rate of aggravated assaults per 1,000 residents in 2022 was 0.60, showing a slight increase from 0.58 in 2010. Despite these fluctuations, aggravated assault rates remained relatively low compared to larger urban areas.
Examining correlations between violent crime trends and other factors reveals some interesting patterns. There appears to be a weak positive correlation between population density and violent crime rates. For instance, in 2018, when the city experienced its highest number of violent crimes (5), the population density was 1,855 people per square mile. Conversely, in years with lower crime rates, such as 2014 and 2015, population densities were also lower at 1,876 and 1,832 respectively.
Applying predictive models to forecast violent crime trends for the next five years (up to 2029) suggests a potential slight increase in overall violent crime rates. Based on historical patterns, the city might experience between 3 to 5 violent crimes annually, with aggravated assault likely remaining the most common type of violent offense. However, given the city's relatively low crime rates and small population, even minor fluctuations can appear significant in percentage terms.
In summary, Owensville has maintained relatively low violent crime rates over the past decade, with aggravated assault being the primary concern. The infrequent occurrences of more serious crimes like murder and rape suggest a generally safe environment. However, the slight upward trend in aggravated assaults and the potential for increased overall violent crime in the coming years warrant continued attention from local law enforcement and community leaders to maintain the city's safety and quality of life.