Robbery trends in Piedmont show a sporadic pattern, with the highest number (8) occurring in 2018, representing 0.27% of state robberies and a rate of 0.91 per 1,000 residents. However, in recent years, robbery incidents have decreased dramatically, with zero reported cases in 2020 and 2022. This indicates a positive trend in the reduction of robberies within the city.

Aggravated assault has been the most prevalent form of violent crime in Piedmont. The number of cases peaked in 2016 with 37 incidents, representing a rate of 4.29 per 1,000 people and 0.34% of state cases. Since then, there has been a significant downward trend, with only 3 cases reported in 2022, equating to a rate of 0.33 per 1,000 people and 0.03% of state cases. This represents a 91.9% decrease in aggravated assaults from 2016 to 2022.

There appears to be a correlation between population density and violent crime rates in Piedmont. As population density increased from 877 per square mile in 2016 to 916 per square mile in 2022, total violent crimes decreased. This suggests that the city has managed to reduce crime rates despite becoming more densely populated.

The racial composition of Piedmont has remained relatively stable, with the white population consistently representing about 87-88% of residents from 2015 to 2022. During this period, the significant reduction in violent crimes occurred without major changes in racial demographics, indicating that other factors may be more influential in crime reduction.

Applying predictive models based on the recent downward trend in violent crimes, it is projected that by 2029, Piedmont could potentially see its violent crime rate drop to near zero if current trends continue. However, it's important to note that maintaining such low crime rates may become increasingly challenging, and small fluctuations could have a significant impact on percentages due to the low base numbers.

In summary, Piedmont has demonstrated a remarkable improvement in public safety over the past several years. The substantial decrease in violent crimes, particularly in aggravated assaults and robberies, coupled with consistently low murder rates, paints a picture of a community that has effectively addressed violent crime. This positive trend, occurring alongside population growth and stable racial demographics, suggests that local law enforcement strategies and community initiatives may have played a significant role in enhancing public safety. As the city moves forward, maintaining these low crime rates will be crucial for continued community well-being and development.