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Crime
Violent Crime
Median Rent
Racial Distributions
Population
Parkville, Missouri, is a small city located in Platte County, known for its scenic beauty and historic downtown. Over the past decade, Parkville has experienced significant changes in its violent crime rates alongside substantial population growth. From 2010 to 2022, the total number of violent crimes fluctuated, starting at 10 in 2010 and ending at 8 in 2022, representing a 20% decrease. During this same period, the population grew from 17,629 to 22,287, an increase of 26.4%.
Murder rates in the city have shown notable volatility. The city recorded zero murders for most years, with exceptions in 2010 (1 case) and 2021 (2 cases). The murder rate per 1,000 people peaked in 2021 at 0.09, dropping to zero in 2022. The percentage of state murders attributable to Parkville fluctuated significantly, reaching 0.3% in 2010 and 0.42% in 2021. These figures suggest that while murder remains rare in the city, its occurrence can have a disproportionate impact on state-level statistics due to the city's small size.
Rape incidents in the city have shown an irregular pattern. The highest number of reported rapes was 4 in both 2013 and 2018, with the rate per 1,000 people peaking at 0.22 in 2013. The percentage of state rapes attributable to Parkville has generally remained low, with the highest being 0.22% in 2013. The inconsistent nature of these incidents makes it challenging to identify a clear trend, but it's noteworthy that the number of reported rapes has decreased in recent years.
Robbery trends in the city have been relatively stable, with low numbers throughout the period. The highest number of robberies (5) occurred in 2010, with the rate per 1,000 people at 0.28 that year. The city's contribution to state robbery statistics has remained minimal, never exceeding 0.1% of the state total. The low and stable robbery rates suggest that this particular crime is not a significant concern for the community.
Aggravated assault has shown more variation over the years. The number of cases ranged from a low of 1 in 2014 and 2016 to a high of 11 in 2017 and 2020. The rate per 1,000 people peaked at 0.56 in 2017. The city's contribution to state aggravated assault statistics has generally been low, with the highest percentage being 0.06% in 2017 and 2020. These figures indicate that while aggravated assault is more common than other violent crimes in the city, it still occurs at relatively low rates.
Examining correlations, there appears to be a weak positive relationship between population growth and the number of violent crimes. As the population increased from 17,629 in 2010 to 22,287 in 2022, the nature of violent crimes shifted, with aggravated assaults becoming more prevalent in recent years. However, the overall violent crime rate per capita has remained relatively stable, suggesting that population growth has not significantly impacted crime rates.
Applying predictive models to forecast violent crime trends for the next seven years (up to 2029, which is five years from now), we can anticipate a continuation of the current patterns. Violent crimes are likely to remain low, with occasional spikes in specific categories. The murder rate is expected to stay close to zero, with potential rare occurrences. Rape and robbery incidents are predicted to remain in the low single digits annually. Aggravated assaults may continue to show the most variability, potentially ranging between 4 to 11 cases per year.
In summary, Parkville has maintained relatively low violent crime rates despite significant population growth over the past decade. The city's contribution to state-level crime statistics remains minimal across all categories of violent crime. While there have been fluctuations in specific crime types, particularly aggravated assault, the overall trend suggests a stable and safe community. As Parkville continues to grow, maintaining these low crime rates will be crucial for preserving the city's quality of life and attractiveness to current and potential residents.