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Crime
Violent Crime
Median Rent
Racial Distributions
Population
Town and Country, Missouri, presents an intriguing case study in violent crime trends. From 2010 to 2022, this affluent suburb of St. Louis experienced fluctuations in its violent crime rates against a backdrop of steady population growth. The total number of violent crimes varied from a low of 2 in 2018 to a high of 14 in 2021, while the population increased from 14,526 in 2010 to 16,024 in 2022, representing a growth of approximately 10.3% over this period.
Examining murder trends, the city reported zero murders for most years, with the notable exception of 2013 when two murders occurred. This singular event caused a significant spike in the city's percentage of state murders, jumping to 0.66% for that year. However, the overall murder rate per 1,000 residents remained extremely low, effectively at 0 for most years, with 2013 being an anomaly at approximately 0.14 per 1,000 residents. The absence of murders in subsequent years suggests this was an isolated incident rather than a developing trend.
Rape incidents in the city have been sporadic, ranging from 0 to 2 cases per year. The highest number of reported rapes (2) occurred in 2013 and 2017, representing 0.11% and 0.09% of state totals respectively. The rape rate per 1,000 residents fluctuated between 0 and 0.14, with no clear trend emerging over time. This inconsistent pattern makes it challenging to draw definitive conclusions about rape trends in the city.
Robbery trends show slight variations over the years, with a peak of 4 incidents in 2011 (0.07% of state total) and a low of 0 in 2017 and 2022. The robbery rate per 1,000 residents ranged from 0 to 0.28, with the highest rate occurring in 2011. There's a general downward trend in robberies, with the most recent years showing lower numbers compared to the earlier part of the decade.
Aggravated assault cases fluctuated considerably, ranging from 0 to 8 incidents per year. The highest number of aggravated assaults (8) was recorded in 2021, representing 0.05% of the state total. The rate per 1,000 residents varied from 0 to 0.50, with 2021 marking the peak. Despite this recent spike, there's no clear long-term trend in aggravated assaults, as the numbers have been inconsistent throughout the period.
When examining correlations, a notable relationship emerges between population density and violent crime rates. As the population density increased from 1,264 per square mile in 2010 to 1,394 in 2022, there was a slight upward trend in overall violent crime numbers, though this correlation is not strong or consistent enough to suggest causation. The racial distribution remained relatively stable, with the white population consistently representing around 83-86% of residents, showing no clear correlation with crime rates.
Applying predictive models to forecast violent crime trends for the next five years (up to 2029) is challenging due to the inconsistent nature of the data. However, based on the overall low crime rates and the city's stable socioeconomic profile, it's reasonable to project that violent crime numbers will likely remain low, potentially fluctuating between 3 to 10 incidents per year. This forecast assumes no significant changes in the city's demographics or economic conditions.
In summary, Town and Country demonstrates a pattern of generally low violent crime rates with occasional spikes in specific categories. The most significant findings include the isolated murder incident in 2013, the sporadic nature of rape and robbery occurrences, and the recent uptick in aggravated assaults. Despite these fluctuations, the overall violent crime rate remains low compared to national averages, reflecting the city's affluent status and stable community structure. The challenge for local law enforcement will be to maintain these low crime rates as the population continues to grow and density increases in the coming years.