Henry County Crime & Safety

Henry County, Illinois

Safety Score

59/100

Higher = safer

Safety Rating

Average

Total Crime Rate

956.1

per 100K population

Crime Statistics

Violent Crime Rate

101.7

per 100K population

National avg 380.7

Property Crime Rate

854.4

per 100K population

National avg 1954.4

Safety Score

59/100

Higher = safer

State avg 70/100

State Safety Rank

#74

of 100 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Henry County, Illinois

Henry County Remains Safer Than Average

Henry County earns a safety score of 98.5, indicating a generally secure environment for residents. Its total crime rate of 956.1 per 100,000 is less than half the national average of 2,385.5.

Aligning Close to State Safety Trends

The county’s crime rate of 956.1 is slightly higher than the Illinois state average of 835.0. Data from 13 different reporting agencies provides a robust and transparent view of the local safety landscape.

Active Monitoring Across the Region

Henry County experiences more frequent incidents than some smaller neighbors but remains safer than many Illinois urban centers. The presence of multiple law enforcement agencies ensures active monitoring of regional trends.

Property Crime Drives Local Incidents

Property crime accounts for the vast majority of local reports at 854.4 per 100,000 residents. Violent crime remains low at 101.7, which is far below the national violent crime average of 369.8.

Smart Strategies to Deter Theft

Since property crime is the primary concern, visible security measures like alarm systems are highly effective. Keeping valuables out of sight and well-lit entryways can significantly reduce the risk of opportunistic theft.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Henry County, IL?

Henry County has a total crime rate of 956.1 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (101.7 per 100K) and property crimes (854.4 per 100K).

Is Henry County, IL safe?

Henry County has a safety score of 59/100, rated "Average". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #74 out of 100 counties in Illinois for safety (1 = safest).

How does Henry County crime compare to the Illinois average?

What types of crime are most common in Henry County?

Property crime accounts for the vast majority of local reports at 854.4 per 100,000 residents. Violent crime remains low at 101.7, which is far below the national violent crime average of 369.8.

How is crime data measured and reported for Henry County?

Crime data for Henry County comes from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Local law enforcement agencies submit data on violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft) to the FBI. Rates are calculated per 100,000 residents to allow fair comparison between counties of different sizes. The safety score (0-100) is derived from these rates, with higher scores indicating safer counties.

What is being done about crime in Henry County?

Henry County has a safety score of 59/100, which is below the Illinois average of 70/100. Many counties with above-average crime rates invest in community policing, crime prevention programs, neighborhood watch initiatives, and social services aimed at reducing crime over time.