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41%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
15%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
52%
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 peopleSpeedway/100k peopleIndiana/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime447n/a (estimate)3,2841,8502,324
Murder1n/a7.36.26.3
Rape5n/a36.732.840.0
Robbery18n/a132.243.066.1
Assault19n/a139.6224.2268.2
Violent crime43n/a (estimate)316306370
Burglary31n/a227.7226.1269.8
Theft337n/a2,475.81,118.61,401.9
Vehicle theft36n/a264.5199.4282.7
Property crime404n/a (estimate)2,9681,5441,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Speedway, IN

The Speedway crime rates are 41.3% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 43 violent crimes in Speedway (316 per 100,000 people), which is 14.6% lower than the national average and there were a total of 404 property crimes (2968 per 100,000 residents) which is 51.9% higher than average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Speedway?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Speedway. Based on the results of the surveys (10 responses), 90% of people felt that there was very little crime in Speedway and felt safe walking alone at night. While 10% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Speedway a Safe Place to Live?

Is Speedway a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Speedway has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 41%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 1.22 daily incidents, encompassing 0.12 violent crimes and 1.11 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Speedway as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Speedway Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Speedway. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Speedway has increased by 2.5%. Violent crimes have decreased by 14%, while property crimes have increased by 4.7%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Speedway

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Speedway, the cost of living is 12.38% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

The median home price in Speedway is $131,900, 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.

In Speedway, the average rental rates are $893 per month, compared to the national average of $949. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.

Speedway crime map



The Speedway crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Speedway 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 Speedway crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Speedway 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

      • Speedway crime rates are 41% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Speedway are 15% lower than the national average
      • In Speedway you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Speedway is safer than 25% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Speedway has decreased by 8%

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        Daily Crime In Speedway (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Speedway, Indiana is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Speedway are 1.77 times more than the Indiana average and 1.41 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Speedway are 1.03 times more than than Indiana and 1.17 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Speedway are 1.92 times more than than Indiana and 1.52 times more than the national average.

        How Safe is Speedway (higher is better)

        What are the odds that you'll be safer in Speedway, Indiana compared to other areas of Indiana, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Speedway safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Speedway is safer than 13% of Indiana cities, and 25% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Indiana, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Speedway. At this time, Speedway sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Speedway

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Speedway is 1 in 317
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Speedway is 1 in 34
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Speedway is 1 in 31
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Speedway, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 317. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 34 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Speedway is 1 in 31.

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

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Speedway is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Speedway has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 23% in Speedway, while property crimes in Speedway have decreased by 6%. Total crime has decreased by 8% year over year.

        Speedway police department

        Item Speedway Indiana National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)478,766558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.92.43.3
        There are a total of 47 Speedway police officers. This results in 3.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 66.4% greater than the Indiana average and 20.9% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Indiana

        State Total offenders Indiana /100K National /100K
        Indiana12,315198266
        There are a total of 12,315 sex offenders in Indiana. This yields a total of 198 sex offenders in Indiana per 100,000 residents which is 26% less than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Meridian Hills, IN1,71243217260
        Zionsville, IN28,03515359375
        Pittsboro, IN3,51848338386
        Clermont, IN1,365104527632
        Monrovia, IN1,383110556666
        Warren Park, IN1,477115581696
        Spring Hill, IN56124624747
        Speedway, IN12,3273162,9683,284

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        Speedway, IN12,3273162,9683,284
        Source: The Speedway, IN 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.