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Discover property crime statistics and safety insights for the Natural State, compiled by our security researchers.
Our researchers analyzed Arkansas property crime rates to bring you the latest trends in burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft across the state.
We identified a strong downward trajectory in Arkansas burglary rates. The crime peaked at 34,753 incidents mid-study before falling to 18,095 by the final year analyzed. This 40% reduction reflects improving home security measures, with burglaries comprising roughly 21% of the state’s property crime total.
Larceny represents approximately 65% of all property crime in Arkansas. Our research shows incidents reached their lowest point at 60,735, marking a 20% decrease over the studied timeframe. The year-over-year stats demonstrate consistent progress in reducing theft across the state.
Car theft in Arkansas has shown mixed patterns throughout the observation period. Motor vehicle thefts peaked at 7,420 incidents, representing a slight 2% increase overall. Despite efforts to curb vehicle crime, the data reveals ongoing challenges that merit continued attention from law enforcement and residents alike. Check the 15-year crime trend in the data below.
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