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Baton Rouge
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Baton Rouge
#26 in Best Places to Live in Baton Rouge Area
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • City in Louisiana
  • 543 reviews
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    Baton Rouge Crime

    Crime & Safety
    C minus
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Poll
    How safe do you feel in this area?
    Based on 53 responses
    • Pretty safe. There are some safety concerns but I generally feel safe.
      47%
    • Somewhat safe. There are noticeable safety concerns, and there are times I don't feel safe.
      36%
    • Not safe. There are high safety concerns, and I regularly don't feel safe.
      9%
    • Very safe. There are no safety concerns.
      8%
    Poll
    How effective is law enforcement in this area?
    Based on 53 responses
    • The police are visible, but somehow respond slowly when needed.
      28%
    • The police are very visible and very responsive.
      26%
    • The police aren't around much, but are there quickly when you need them.
      23%
    • Not sure.
      15%
    • The police aren't around much, and when you need them, they aren't reliable.
      8%

    Baton Rouge Crime Rates

    Violent Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Assault
      976.3
      282.7
    • Murder
      40.4
      6.1
    • Rape
      53.2
      40.7
    • Robbery
      141.7
      135.5
    Property Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Burglary
      1,373
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,461.2
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      377.7
      284
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