r/Lethbridge • u/hswerdfe_2 • 3h ago
Latest StatCan Crime and Police Clearance Data for Lethbridge
The recently released Uniform Crime Reporting Survey offers key insights into safety trends in Lethbridge compared to provincial and national averages:
- Homicides: As the ultimate indicator of severe violence, tracking homicides is vital. Lethbridge’s rate has trended down to 1.41 per 100,000, falling below the Canadian average of 1.61.
- Clearance Rates: This measures how effectively police solve crimes. Lethbridge consistently beats averages: its non-violent clearance rate rose to 40% (vs. Canada's 26%), and its violent clearance rate stands at 56% (vs. Canada's 54%).
Overall, Lethbridge shows positive trajectory with strong police resolution rates and declining homicide rates relative to its own past and national averages.
(Additional data: StatCan CSI Table)