Crime Safety Grade

C-

Springfield, TN Crime Rate

Higher crime than 64% of U.S. cities

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

Is Springfield Safe?

With an overall crime index of 122, Springfield has a 22% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 175. 50% of Springfield neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Springfield
122
Tennessee Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
122
22% above average
Violent Crime
143
43% above average
Property Crime
132
32% above average
Safe Areas
50%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Springfield

1 in 175

Property crime: 1 in 189

Where Is It Safe in Springfield?

Springfield Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 74% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 19% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 136 ▲ 36%
Assault Violent 119 ▲ 19%
Robbery Violent 174 ▲ 74%
Burglary Property 137 ▲ 37%
Larceny / Theft Property 130 ▲ 30%
Vehicle Theft Property 130 ▲ 30%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Springfield Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 The Legacy A 54
2 Royal Oaks Condominiums C- 190

Springfield Crime by Zip Code

Springfield Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
17,147
Median Income
$48,420
Home Value
$159,381
Median Rent
$849
Home Ownership
57%

Racial Demographics

White
73.9%
Black
15.1%
Hispanic
11.7%
Asian
0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Springfield?
Springfield has an overall crime index of 122, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 50% of neighborhoods in Springfield are rated A or B for safety.
Is Springfield safe to live in?
Springfield has a crime safety grade of C-. High crime rate. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Springfield?
The safest neighborhoods in Springfield based on crime data include The Legacy, and Royal Oaks Condominiums. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Springfield crime compare to the national average?
Springfield's overall crime index is 122 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 22% higher than the typical US city.

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