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24%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
36%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
21%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleClearfield/100k peopleUtah/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime577n/a (estimate)1,7712,1372,324
Murder2n/a6.12.06.3
Rape18n/a55.259.540.0
Robbery6n/a18.429.666.1
Assault51n/a156.5150.7268.2
Violent crime77n/a (estimate)236242370
Burglary67n/a205.6201.7269.8
Theft396n/a1,215.31,485.11,401.9
Vehicle theft37n/a113.5208.4282.7
Property crime500n/a (estimate)1,5341,8951,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Clearfield, UT

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Clearfield is 23.8% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 77 violent crimes reported in Clearfield, equivalent to 236 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 36.1%. Additionally, Clearfield recorded 500 property crimes, amounting to 1534 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 21.5%.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Clearfield?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Clearfield residents. Out of the respondents (5 in total), 40% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Clearfield were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 60% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Clearfield a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether Clearfield is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, Clearfield has an overall crime rate that is 24% lower than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 1.58 daily occurrences, comprising 0.21 violent crimes and 1.37 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of Clearfield as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in Clearfield Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Clearfield has increased by 15.4% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Clearfield is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 51%, while property crime has increased by 11.4%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Clearfield.

Potential Causes for Crime in Clearfield

In Clearfield, the cost of living is 3.5% lower than the national average. A substantial cost of living can burden residents, particularly those with constrained financial means. When individuals contend with steep housing expenses, grocery bills, utility costs, healthcare and essential needs that strain their budgets, they may turn to criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities characterized by a more affordable cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, which could potentially lead to decreased crime rates.

The median home price in Clearfield is $222,300, compared to the national average of $184,700. High housing costs can lead to financial stress for residents. When individuals struggle to make ends meet due to expensive housing, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities to address their financial difficulties, such as theft or fraud. Communities with stable housing environments tend to foster stronger social bonds and community engagement. This can lead to increased vigilance and cooperation among residents, which can deter criminal behavior.

Clearfield has an average rental rate of $1,117 per month, compared to the national average of $949. In areas with high rental costs, some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions. Overcrowding can lead to increased stress and tension, which may contribute to domestic disputes and related property or violent crimes. Addressing affordable housing and economic mobility can be important strategies for reducing crime in such areas.

Clearfield crime map



The Clearfield crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Clearfield as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Clearfield crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Clearfield crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Clearfield crime rates are 24% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Clearfield are 36% lower than the national average
      • In Clearfield you have a 1 in 57 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Clearfield is safer than 46% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Clearfield has increased by 15%

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        Daily Crime In Clearfield (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Clearfield, UT per 100,000 people. In Clearfield, the total number of daily crimes is 1.21 times less than the Utah average and 1.31 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Clearfield is 1.02 times less than the Utah average and 1.56 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Clearfield has a daily crime rate that is 1.24 times less than the Utah average and 1.27 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Clearfield (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Clearfield to every other city in Utah, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Clearfield safe? The gauges above illustrate that Clearfield is safer than 21% of every city located within Utah along with 46% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Utah and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Clearfield, UT is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Clearfield

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Clearfield is 1 in 424
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Clearfield is 1 in 66
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Clearfield is 1 in 57
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Clearfield, Utah? If you reside in Clearfield, then there is a 1 in 424 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 66. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 57 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Clearfield.

        Year Over Year Crime In Clearfield (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether Clearfield is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Clearfield has increased by 49%, while the property crime rate in Clearfield has increased by 11% year over year. The number of total crimes in Clearfield has increased by 15% year over year.

        Clearfield police department

        Item Clearfield Utah National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)463,469558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.52.43.3
        There are a total of 46 Clearfield police officers. This results in 1.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 37% less than the Utah average and 54.4% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Utah

        State Total offenders Utah /100K National /100K
        Utah8,736362266
        There are a total of 8,736 sex offenders in Utah. This yields a total of 362 sex offenders in Utah per 100,000 residents which is 36% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Mountain Green, UT3,69448374422
        Marriott-Slaterville, UT1,86272563635
        Uintah, UT1,56290704793
        Fruit Heights, UT6,20594736830
        Kaysville, UT31,95764791854
        Syracuse, UT30,36664865929
        Roy, UT39,2431681,0331,201
        Clearfield, UT31,6222361,5341,771

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Laguna Hills, CA31,6131891,3721,562
        Alamogordo, NM31,6351,0033,8384,841
        American Fork, UT31,6361021,6931,794
        Bowling Green, OH31,638521,3411,393
        Harker Heights, TX31,6572241,3351,559
        Clearfield, UT31,6222361,5341,771
        Source: The Clearfield, UT crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.