Crime Safety Grade

A-

Plainfield, IL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 86% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Plainfield Safe?

With an overall crime index of 68, Plainfield has a 32% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 568. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Wesmere earning an A+ grade while Lakewood Falls rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Plainfield
68
Illinois Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
68
32% below average
Violent Crime
44
56% below average
Property Crime
57
43% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Plainfield

1 in 568

Property crime: 1 in 439

Where Is It Safe in Plainfield?

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Plainfield Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 20% below avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 83% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 44 ▼ 56%
Assault Violent 70 ▼ 30%
Robbery Violent 17 ▼ 83%
Burglary Property 80 ▼ 20%
Larceny / Theft Property 55 ▼ 45%
Vehicle Theft Property 37 ▼ 63%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Plainfield Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Wesmere A+ 15
2 Carillon A 127
3 Lakewood Falls A 61

Plainfield Crime by Zip Code

60585
A+ Index: 20
60586
A Index: 37
60544
A Index: 70

Plainfield Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
44,857
Median Income
$131,241
Home Value
$321,793
Median Rent
$1,737
Home Ownership
90%

Racial Demographics

White
72.5%
Black
7.9%
Hispanic
18%
Asian
7.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Plainfield?
Plainfield has an overall crime index of 68, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Plainfield are rated A or B for safety.
Is Plainfield safe to live in?
Plainfield has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Plainfield?
The safest neighborhoods in Plainfield based on crime data include Wesmere, Carillon, and Lakewood Falls. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Plainfield crime compare to the national average?
Plainfield's overall crime index is 68 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 32% lower than the typical US city.

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