Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens Neighborhood, Springfield
Crime Rate & Statistics
High crime area — exercise caution, especially at night
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Is Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens Safe?
No — this is a high-crime area. Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens in Springfield, IL has a safety grade of D-. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average of 100.
Compared to the Springfield average (crime index 110), Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens is 82% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.
Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 194, 94% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 112). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.
Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Springfield city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
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| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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188 | +88% | High | |
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Assault
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192 | +92% | High | |
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Robbery
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129 | +29% | Moderate | |
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Rape
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194 | +94% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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112 | +12% | Moderate | |
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Larceny / Theft
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135 | +35% | Moderate | |
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Vehicle Theft
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192 | +92% | High | |
How Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens Compares
Crime index by category: Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens vs Springfield average vs national average.
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Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens, Springfield?
Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens in Springfield, IL has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average. Compared to the Springfield average, crime in Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens is 82% higher.
Is Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens a safe neighborhood in Springfield?
Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 194), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 112).
How does Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens compare to the rest of Springfield?
Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens's overall crime index is 192, compared to the Springfield average of 110. This means crime in Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens is 82% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 176, and for property crime it is 146. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.
What type of crime is most common in Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens?
The most prevalent crime type in Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens is Rape, with a crime index of 194 (94% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens?
Nearby neighborhoods include Ernie Bankhead, Eastview, Visions in Progress, Mather & Wells. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens?
Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens has a population of approximately 31. The median household income is $47,700. The median home value is $34,156. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens crime compare to the national average?
Spauldings Bergen Park Gardens's overall crime rate is 92% above the national average (index 192 vs 100). For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.
Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.