Is Ivanhoe Southwest Safe?
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Summary
Ivanhoe Southwest has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 240 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $46K (-73.2% vs area average), median household income of $37K (-46.3% vs area average), population density of 3,940 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 76.07% (-15.1% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Ivanhoe Southwest
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Ivanhoe Southwest in Kansas City, MO receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This neighborhood was compared against 240 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this neighborhood in Kansas City, MO.
Walking Safety
This area has somewhat higher walking safety related crime rates than average for neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #192 out of 240 neighborhoods analyzed.
70
Total Incidents
5.8
Monthly Average
#192 / 240
Safety Rank
Moderate
Safety Level
Data Sources
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Ivanhoe Southwest show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the late night hours, with the highest concentration at 21:00 (14 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the late night, particularly around 23:00 when incident rates drop to 0. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Kansas City, MO can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for Ivanhoe Southwest reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2026-07 with 10 incidents, while 2026-08 saw the lowest activity at 2 incidents. On average, this neighborhood in Kansas City experiences approximately 6 incidents per month. The data shows a increasing trend, with incident rates rising by approximately 50% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in MO neighborhoods like Ivanhoe Southwest tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Ivanhoe Southwest is Vandalism | Property Damage, accounting for 32.9% of all incidents (23 cases). This is followed by Assault | Assault (Aggravated) at 14.3% (10 cases). The top three categories combined represent 59% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Kansas City, MO helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
3,940.13
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #67 of 240 neighborhoods
+23.6% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
76.1%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #235 of 240 neighborhoods
-15.1% vs area average
Median Home Value
$45,687.95
average estimate
Ranks #222 of 238 neighborhoods
-73.2% vs area average
Median Household Income
$37,361.29
average estimate
Ranks #207 of 238 neighborhoods
-46.3% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.