B+
48%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
36%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
50%
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 peopleSpringville/100k peopleAlabama/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime61n/a (estimate)1,2082,1482,324
Murder0n/a0.010.96.3
Rape0n/a0.029.640.0
Robbery1n/a19.834.566.1
Assault11n/a217.9334.1268.2
Violent crime12n/a (estimate)238409370
Burglary7n/a138.7283.9269.8
Theft36n/a713.21,252.71,401.9
Vehicle theft6n/a118.9202.3282.7
Property crime49n/a (estimate)9711,7391,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Springville, AL

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 Springville is 48% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 12 violent crimes reported in Springville, equivalent to 238 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 35.7%. Additionally, Springville recorded 49 property crimes, amounting to 971 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 50.3%.

In the latest reported crime year, Springville recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Springville?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Springville. Based on the results of the surveys (5 responses), 60% of people felt that there was very little crime in Springville and felt safe walking alone at night. While 40% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Springville a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Springville is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Springville has a total crime rate that is 48% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.17 daily crimes (0.03 violent daily crimes and 0.13 daily property crimes) in Springville.

Potential Causes for Crime in Springville

Springville has a population density of 460.6 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Springville crime rates.

In Springville, the median home price stands at $193,500, diverging from the national average of $184,700. Elevated housing costs often induce financial strain among residents. When individuals grapple with the challenges of affording housing, they may find themselves compelled to resort to criminal activities as a means of addressing their financial hardships, including acts like theft or fraud. This predicament is particularly pronounced in areas where housing affordability poses a persistent issue, giving rise to heightened concerns regarding crime. In such instances, some individuals and families may find themselves constrained to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, exacerbating stress levels and potentially fostering domestic disputes and associated criminal incidents.

Springville has an average rental rate of $1,596 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.

Springville crime map



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

      • Springville crime rates are 48% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Springville are 36% lower than the national average
      • In Springville you have a 1 in 83 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Springville is safer than 52% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Springville has increased by 20%

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        Daily Crime In Springville (per 100,000 people)

        The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Springville, per 100,000 residents. In Springville, the total number of daily crimes is 1.78 times less than the Alabama average and 1.92 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Springville are 1.72 times less than the Alabama average and 1.56 times less than the national average. For property crime, Springville has a daily crime rate that is 1.79 times less than the Alabama average and 2.01 times less than the daily national average.

        How Safe is Springville (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Alabama and all other cities across the US, is Springville safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Springville is safer than 59% of other cities in the state of Alabama. In addition, Springville is safer than 52% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Alabama and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Springville. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Springville is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Springville

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Springville is 1 in 421
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Springville is 1 in 104
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Springville is 1 in 83
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Springville, Alabama you have a 1 in 421 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 104 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 83 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Springville.

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

        An analysis of year to year crime rates in Springville, Alabama (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Springville has increased by 35%, the amount of property crime in Springville has increased by 17%, and the total amount of crime in Springville has increased by 20% year over year.

        Springville police department

        Item Springville Alabama National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)109,968558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.44.13.3
        There are a total of 10 Springville police officers. This results in 2.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 40.5% less than the Alabama average and 25.7% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Alabama

        State Total offenders Alabama /100K National /100K
        Alabama10,698231266
        There are a total of 10,698 sex offenders in Alabama. This yields a total of 231 sex offenders in Alabama per 100,000 residents which is 13% 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
        Argo, AL4,29468339407
        Margaret, AL4,90553545598
        Locust Fork, AL1,645165701866
        Highland Lake, AL396165703868
        Moody, AL13,0041661,0101,176
        Grayson Valley, AL5,8082591,1031,362
        Odenville, AL3,7052191,1541,373
        Springville, AL4,4302389711,208

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Dilworth, MN4,4301085,5165,624
        Pendleton, IN4,42940181221
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        McSwain, CA4,4292721,2761,549
        Church Point, LA4,4295472,3912,938
        Springville, AL4,4302389711,208
        Source: The Springville, AL 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.