Due to changes in the computerized programs used to capture statistical data, caution should be used when comparing data to prior years. These crimes include simple assaults, forgery, weapon violations, drugs, criminal mischief, public intoxication, disorderly conduct, various city ordinances, and many others. They are, however, considered indexed crimes and are included in the Total Indexed Crimes column. Locate the area of interest on the Census Tract Map and find the corresponding census tract number. Census tracts are listed in numerical order.
Statistics can lead to false impressions.
For example, locations near shopping centers or commercial property may appear to have a high crime rate simply because of minor shoplifting cases. Gather a variety of information. Visit neighborhoods and observe the surroundings. If so, residents probably feel safe. If so, residents have probably experienced significant crime.