Lake In The Hills, IL Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: A

Lower crime than 98% of major U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026

52%
Below Avg Crime
1 in 735
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 70
Property Crime Risk

Is Lake In The Hills Safe?

Yes — Lake In The Hills is very safe

A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.

Lake In The Hills has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 735.

Crime Index Comparison

Lake In The Hills
48
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

Violent Crime

1 in 735

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

64% lower than national average

Property Crime

1 in 70

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

22% lower than national average

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Lake In The Hills Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 23% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 68% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
57 -43% Low
Assault
32 -68% Low
Robbery
44 -56% Low
Rape
48 -52% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
48 -52% Low
Larceny / Theft
77 -23% Low
Vehicle Theft
65 -35% Low

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Lake In The Hills Crime Map

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Lake In The Hills Demographics & Context

Population
28,617
Median Income
$96,470
Home Value
$235,760
Median Rent
$1,487
Ownership
83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lake In The Hills, IL?

Lake In The Hills, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 735 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 70 chance for property crime. Lake In The Hills has lower crime than 98% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Lake In The Hills, IL safe to live in?

Lake In The Hills is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Lake In The Hills is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Lake In The Hills?

The estimated violent crime rate in Lake In The Hills is 136.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 64% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 735 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.8 per 100K (43% below average); aggravated assault at 84.6 per 100K (68% below average); robbery at 32.6 per 100K (56% below average).

What is the property crime rate in Lake In The Hills?

The estimated property crime rate in Lake In The Hills is 1,421.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 22% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 70 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 128.8 per 100K (52% below average); larceny/theft at 1,086.0 per 100K (23% below average); vehicle theft at 206.8 per 100K (35% below average).

How does Lake In The Hills crime compare to the national average?

Lake In The Hills's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (23% below average), while assault is 68% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Lake In The Hills has lower crime than 98% of them.

Is Lake In The Hills safe to visit?

Lake In The Hills is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 22% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.

How does Lake In The Hills crime compare to the rest of Illinois?

Illinois as a whole has crime that is 3% above the national average. Lake In The Hills's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical Illinois city.

What type of crime is most common in Lake In The Hills?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Lake In The Hills, with an estimated rate of 1,086.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 23% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,422 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (136 per 100K) in Lake In The Hills, which is consistent with national trends.

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