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This repository analyzes Chicago crime data to uncover patterns, hotspots, and trends. Using Python for preprocessing and Tableau Public for visualization, the project delivers actionable insights to support policymakers, researchers, and law enforcement in enhancing public safety.

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🕵️ Chicago Crime Analysis

Overview

This project analyzes crime data in Chicago to identify patterns, trends, and hotspots, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions for improving public safety. The interactive dashboard provides insights into crime categories, locations, and temporal patterns.

🌐 View Dashboard on Tableau Public


Key Features

  • Interactive Filters: Dive deep into crime data by category, time, and location.
  • Hotspot Analysis:
    • Crime-prone areas across Chicago.
    • Temporal distribution of criminal activities.
  • Dynamic Visuals:
    • Crime trends over the years.
    • Heatmaps of high-crime regions.
    • Comparison of crime types and frequencies.

Repository Contents

  • 📂 Dataset: dataset/chicago_crime_data.csv
  • 📂 Presentation: Presentation/Chicago_Crime_Insights.pdf
  • 📂 Images: Images/

Insights from the Dashboard

  • 🗺️ Crime Hotspots: Downtown Chicago and specific neighborhoods show higher crime rates.
  • 🕒 Temporal Trends: Crimes peak during certain hours and seasons.
  • 🔍 Category Insights: Theft and assault are the most reported crimes, with notable variations by area.
  • 🌟 Actionable Insights: Improved resource allocation during high-crime hours and targeted interventions in hotspots.

Tools Used

  • Tableau: Dashboard creation and visualization.
  • Python: Data cleaning and preprocessing.

How to Use

  1. View the Dashboard:
  2. Explore Locally:
    • Clone this repository:
      git clone https://github.com/your-repo-name.git
    • Use the provided dataset (dataset/chicago_crime_data.csv) for further analysis.

Visual Preview

📊 Dashboard Overview

Dashboard Overview


License

This project is licensed under MIT License.


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This repository analyzes Chicago crime data to uncover patterns, hotspots, and trends. Using Python for preprocessing and Tableau Public for visualization, the project delivers actionable insights to support policymakers, researchers, and law enforcement in enhancing public safety.

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