FBI stats show once again that  Novi is a very safe city
September 20, 2011
 
Washington D.C. — The FBI on Monday released 2010 crime statistics for the country, and once again Novi came through as one of the safest cities in the region.

Based on population, Novi's violent crime rate was just 0.66 per 1,000 residents, and the property crime rate was 18 per 1,000 residents.

In comparison with other area "safe cities," Farmington Hills rates were 1.52 and 17 respectively, and Livonia's were 1.74 and 23.

Year to year, Novi fared very well. Violent crime went down 43% and property crime went down 23%. Of the three cities, only Livonia - recently labeled as the speed-trap capital of the country in the NY Times - saw an increase in violent crime year to year.

Nation-wide, violent crime was down 6%, and property crime was down 3%, from 2009 to 2010, according to the FBI.

Novi Director of Public Safety and Chief of Police David E. Molloy notes, "Obviously, I am very proud of the Novi Police Department and the sustained dedication and commitment of our officers, but it is the whole community that ensures a low crime rate low compared to other cities. Novi was recently named as one of the Top Ten Best Towns and Cities for Families by Family Circle Magazine and one of the factors included in their rankings was safety. Similarly, economic development is encouraged and businesses chose to locate here because of our low crime rate. We will continue to work hard each and every day to ensure the safety and well-being of all Novi community members.”

Mayor ProTem Bob Gatt stated, "The recently released FBI statistics naming Novi as one of the safest cities in the area once again affirms the City's dedication to public safety. The core purpose of any government is to keep its citizens safe and Novi has been a leader in doing so since Lee BeGole started the Novi Police Department in 1954. Kudos to the courageous men and women of the Novi Police Department and to Police Chief David Molloy and his staff for continuing the effort started so long ago. The people of Novi are fortunate to have you!"

The complete report and on-line crime statistics for the entire country are available on the FBI's website, here.