Visions in Progress Neighborhood, Springfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

D+

Elevated crime — noticeably above the national average

Safer than 13% of neighborhoods in Springfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 175 / 300 High

Violent Crime 157

57% above national avg

Property Crime 161

61% above national avg

City Ranking

13%

safer than other

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Is Visions in Progress Safe?

No — crime is noticeably above average here. Visions in Progress in Springfield, IL has a safety grade of D+. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average of 100. Visions in Progress is safer than 13% of neighborhoods in Springfield.

Compared to the Springfield average (crime index 110), Visions in Progress is 65% 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: 171, 71% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 142).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 171 (71% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 142 (42% above avg)

Visions in Progress Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Springfield city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Springfield	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	158	+58%	+46%	High
Assault	158	+58%	+32%	High
Robbery	142	+42%	+27%	Moderate
Rape	171	+71%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	171	+71%	+59%	High
Larceny / Theft	146	+46%	+12%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	167	+67%	+39%	High

How Visions in Progress Compares

Crime index by category: Visions in Progress vs Springfield average vs national average.

Crime by Category

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Visions in Progress Crime Map

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Visions in Progress Demographics & Context

Population

264

Median Income

$38,212

Home Value

$26,490

Median Age

Pop. Density

3,673/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.5%

Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

38%

62%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 10.3%

Black 81.8%

Hispanic 3.5%

Asian 0.1%

Nearby Neighborhoods

C. Lee Carey Index: 160

Ernie Bankhead Index: 180

Mather & Wells Index: 191

D-

Old South Town Index: 164

Eastview Index: 180

Randall Court Index: 173

Those Who Care With Integrity Index: 178

D+

Pioneer Park Index: 194

D-

Visions in Progress Crime Map

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Springfield Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Visions in Progress, Springfield?

Visions in Progress in Springfield, IL has a crime safety grade of D+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average. Compared to the Springfield average, crime in Visions in Progress is 65% higher. Visions in Progress is safer than 13% of neighborhoods in Springfield.

Is Visions in Progress a safe neighborhood in Springfield?

Visions in Progress has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 171), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 142).

How does Visions in Progress compare to the rest of Springfield?

Visions in Progress's overall crime index is 175, compared to the Springfield average of 110. This means crime in Visions in Progress is 65% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 157, and for property crime it is 161. 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 Visions in Progress?

The most prevalent crime type in Visions in Progress is Rape, with a crime index of 171 (71% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Visions in Progress?

Nearby neighborhoods include C. Lee Carey, Ernie Bankhead, Mather & Wells, Old South Town. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Visions in Progress?

Visions in Progress has a population of approximately 264. The median household income is $38,212. The median home value is $26,490. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Visions in Progress crime compare to the national average?

Visions in Progress's overall crime rate is 75% above the national average (index 175 vs 100). Within Springfield, it is safer than 13% of neighborhoods. 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.