Total Crime Rate (per 1,000)-Northwest Region
Current Value
24.8
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Story Behind the Curve
Grand Isle County continues to have a crime rate below the State of VT average, especially decreasing to a new low of 10.3 in 2014. Franklin County continues to have a higher crime rate than Grand Isle, but also decreasing to a new low of 26.9 in 2014.
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Municipalities
Local Sheriff/Police
Vermont State Police
Vermont Department of Public Safety
Why Is This Important?
The incidence of crimes can significantly detract from overall quality of life, by decreasing the ability to feel safe and secure in our homes and communities, as well as contributing to economic costs.