Forest Glen had 406 reported crimes in 2025, a 25.1% decrease from 542 reported crimes in 2024 and the largest percent decrease among all City of Chicago Community Areas.
In 2025, there was a total of 237,849 crimes reported for the City, down 8.7% from 260,381 crimes reported in 2024. Here is how to view that information using the OIG CPD Reported Crimes Dashboard.
1. Click the Click to show filters button
To begin, click the Click to show filters button as highlighted in the screenshot below.
2. Change Data Displayed option
Under the Data Displayed dropdown menu, select Percent Change.
3. Update Timeframes Compared
Under Timeframes Compared, select 2024 to 2025.
4. Update Geographic Category
Under Geographic Category, select Community Area.
5. Update Bar Chart Row Grouping
Under Bar Chart Row Grouping, select Geographic Areas.
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With 542 cases reported as crimes in 2024, and 406 cases reported in 2025, Forest Glen had the largest decrease in reported crimes with 25.1%. Hover over Forest Glen to see details.
With 1,300 cases reported as crimes in 2024, and 1,398 cases reported in 2025, the East Side had the largest increase in reported crimes with 7.5%. Hover over East Side to see details.
Learn about CPD Reported Crimes in your Community Area by visiting the OIG CPD Reported Crimes Dashboard.
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