Villa Grove, IL Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Villa Grove Safe?
Yes — Villa Grove is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Villa Grove has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 547.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 547
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
52% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 108
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
49% lower than national average
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Villa Grove Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
45 | -55% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
45 | -55% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Villa Grove, IL?
Villa Grove, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 547 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 108 chance for property crime. Villa Grove has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Villa Grove, IL safe to live in?
Villa Grove 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 Villa Grove is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Villa Grove?
The estimated violent crime rate in Villa Grove is 182.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 52% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 547 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.6 per 100K (47% below average); aggravated assault at 119.8 per 100K (55% below average); robbery at 42.8 per 100K (42% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Villa Grove?
The estimated property crime rate in Villa Grove is 926.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 49% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 108 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 134.0 per 100K (50% below average); larceny/theft at 636.1 per 100K (55% below average); vehicle theft at 156.0 per 100K (51% below average).
How does Villa Grove crime compare to the national average?
Villa Grove's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (42% below average), while assault is 55% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Villa Grove has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Villa Grove safe to visit?
Villa Grove is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 49% 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 Villa Grove crime compare to the rest of Illinois?
Illinois as a whole has crime that is 3% above the national average. Villa Grove's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical Illinois city.
What type of crime is most common in Villa Grove?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Villa Grove, with an estimated rate of 636.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 55% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (926 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (183 per 100K) in Villa Grove, which is consistent with national trends.