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Topeka
  • City in Kansas
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Topeka
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  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • City in Kansas
  • 407 reviews
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    Topeka Crime

    Crime & Safety
    D+
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Poll
    How safe do you feel in this area?
    Based on 61 responses
    • Pretty safe. There are some safety concerns but I generally feel safe.
      49%
    • Somewhat safe. There are noticeable safety concerns, and there are times I don't feel safe.
      28%
    • Very safe. There are no safety concerns.
      20%
    • Not safe. There are high safety concerns, and I regularly don't feel safe.
      3%
    Poll
    How effective is law enforcement in this area?
    Based on 58 responses
    • The police are very visible and very responsive.
      41%
    • The police are visible, but somehow respond slowly when needed.
      36%
    • The police aren't around much, but are there quickly when you need them.
      16%
    • The police aren't around much, and when you need them, they aren't reliable.
      5%
    • Not sure.
      2%

    Topeka Crime Rates

    Violent Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Assault
      449.6
      282.7
    • Murder
      10.3
      6.1
    • Rape
      58.9
      40.7
    • Robbery
      193.4
      135.5
    Property Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Burglary
      720.2
      500.1
    • Theft
      3,504.8
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      765.6
      284

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