Palisades Neighborhood, Willowbrook
Crime Rate & Statistics
Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates
Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Willowbrook
Safety at a Glance
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Is Palisades Safe?
Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Palisades in Willowbrook, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 60, which is 40% below the national average of 100. Palisades is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Willowbrook.
Compared to the Willowbrook average (crime index 60), Palisades is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 37). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.
Palisades Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Willowbrook city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
|
37 | -63% | Low | |
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Assault
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65 | -35% | Low | |
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Robbery
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106 | +6% | Moderate | |
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Rape
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129 | +29% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
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67 | -33% | Low | |
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Larceny / Theft
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
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Vehicle Theft
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
How Palisades Compares
Crime index by category: Palisades vs Willowbrook average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Palisades Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Palisades Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Palisades, Willowbrook?
Palisades in Willowbrook, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 60, which is 40% below the national average. Compared to the Willowbrook average, crime in Palisades is 0% lower. Palisades is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Willowbrook.
Is Palisades a safe neighborhood in Willowbrook?
Palisades is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Willowbrook, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 129), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 37). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Willowbrook.
How does Palisades compare to the rest of Willowbrook?
Palisades's overall crime index is 60, compared to the Willowbrook average of 60. This means crime in Palisades is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 84, and for property crime it is 55. 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 Palisades?
The most prevalent crime type in Palisades is Rape, with a crime index of 129 (29% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are the demographics of Palisades?
Palisades has a population of approximately 1,005. The median household income is $162,752. The median home value is $401,102. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Palisades crime compare to the national average?
Palisades's overall crime rate is 40% below the national average (index 60 vs 100). Within Willowbrook, it is safer than 0% 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.