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Is South Lyon, Michigan Safe?

Population 12,107 · Safer than 22% of US cities

Stable· 2023 FBI UCR data

South Lyon is a smaller community of 12,107 people with a D+ safety grade. Crime runs close to the national average for violent offenses, and the overall rate sits at 249.7 per 1,000. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,394 per 100K.

South Lyon Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricSouth LyonMichigan AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate316.8330.0363.8
Property Crime Rate2180.02014.41,832.3
Murder Rate6.0--5.7
Assault Rate179.0--268.2
Theft Rate1394.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate341.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyD+

249.7 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC

317/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD

2180/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for South Lyon

Violent crime in South Lyon is close to the national average. The rate of 316.8 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2180.0 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,394 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

South Lyon Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder6
01.1x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault179
067% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery46
073% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary292
01.1x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,394
099% of avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft341
01.1x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How South Lyon Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

South Lyon
316.8
State
330.0
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

South Lyon
2180.0
State
2014.4
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About South Lyon Safety

Is South Lyon safe?
Not especially. South Lyon earns a D+ with a crime rate of 249.7 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs close to the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in South Lyon?
249.7 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 316.8 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2180.0 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is South Lyon safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. South Lyon's D+ grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,394 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in South Lyon?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in South Lyon generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the South Lyon police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in South Lyon?
Crime rates have held steady in South Lyon, without significant movement in either direction. The city maintains its D+ grade.
How does South Lyon compare to other cities in Michigan?
Below average for the state. South Lyon ranks behind about 72% of Michigan cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.2x the national rate.
How safe is South Lyon to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average, which is encouraging. Rates have been stable.
How bad is crime in South Lyon?
Bad. A D+ grade and 249.7 per-thousand rate put South Lyon below 78% of US cities. Violent crime at 317 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in South Lyon?
316.8 per 100,000, which is 13% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (179), robbery (46), and murder (6.0) per 100,000.

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2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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