B+
35%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
80%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
57%
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 peopleLindon/100k peopleUtah/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime375n/a (estimate)3,1452,1372,324
Murder1n/a8.42.06.3
Rape3n/a25.259.540.0
Robbery1n/a8.429.666.1
Assault4n/a33.6150.7268.2
Violent crime9n/a (estimate)75242370
Burglary31n/a260.0201.7269.8
Theft321n/a2,692.51,485.11,401.9
Vehicle theft14n/a117.4208.4282.7
Property crime366n/a (estimate)3,0701,8951,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Lindon, UT

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Lindon crime rate is higher than the national average by 35.3%. Specifically, there were 9 violent crimes in Lindon, equivalent to 75 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 79.6%. Furthermore, Lindon recorded 366 property crimes, amounting to 3070 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 57.1%.

With only 75 incidents per 100,000 people, Lindon boasts an exceptionally low rate of violent crimes, positioning it as one of the safest cities in the United States. Given these low violent crime rates, Lindon has become an appealing destination for individuals in search of a secure and welcoming place to establish their new home.

Is Lindon a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Lindon 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. Lindon has a total crime rate that is 35% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.03 daily crimes (0.02 violent daily crimes and 1 daily property crimes) in Lindon.

Has Crime in Lindon Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Lindon. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Lindon has increased by 0.3%. Violent crimes have increased by 50%, while property crimes have increased by 0.5%. 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 Lindon

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Lindon crime rates. For instance, in Lindon, the population density stands at 1326 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

In Lindon, the median home price stands at $430,700, 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.

In Lindon, the average rental rates are $1,196 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.

Lindon crime map



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

      • Lindon crime rates are 35% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Lindon are 80% lower than the national average
      • In Lindon you have a 1 in 32 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Lindon is safer than 49% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Lindon has decreased by 2%

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        Daily Crime In Lindon (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Lindon, Utah is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Lindon are 1.47 times more than the Utah average and 1.35 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Lindon are 3.20 times less than than Utah and 4.90 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Lindon are 1.62 times more than than Utah and 1.57 times more than the national average.

        How Safe is Lindon (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Utah and all other cities across the US, is Lindon safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Lindon is safer than 24% of other cities in the state of Utah. In addition, Lindon is safer than 49% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Utah and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Lindon. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Lindon is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Lindon

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Lindon is 1 in 1325
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Lindon is 1 in 33
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Lindon is 1 in 32
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Lindon, Utah you have a 1 in 1325 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 33 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 32 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Lindon.

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

        Determining whether Lindon is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Lindon violent crime rates have increased by 44%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 3% year over year. Total crimes for Lindon has decreased by 2% in the same time frame.

        Lindon police department

        Item Lindon Utah National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)163,469558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.52.43.3
        There are a total of 16 Lindon police officers. This results in 1.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 35.2% less than the Utah average and 53.1% 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
        Vineyard, UT8,62846360406
        Midway, UT5,21076593669
        Saratoga Springs, UT31,273100647747
        Alpine, UT10,50992722814
        Bluffdale, UT14,80288755844
        Highland, UT19,01299773872
        Pleasant Grove, UT38,474849501,034
        Lindon, UT11,072753,0703,145

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Minooka, IL11,0692751,6151,890
        Forest, VA11,0752461,7852,031
        Grandview, WA11,0753033,5233,825
        Celebration, FL11,07791549640
        La Homa, TX11,0666423,4184,060
        Lindon, UT11,072753,0703,145
        Source: The Lindon, 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.