Delmar, DE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Delmar Police Department serves the city of Delmar, DE in Sussex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 284 violent crimes and 233 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 133.3 per 100k residents, which is 25.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 177.8 per 100k, 8.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate133.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents284 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate177.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents233 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate177.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents189 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 133.3 | D | 284 | 106.2 | +25.5% |
| Property Crime | 177.8 | C | 233 | 163.6 | +8.7% |
| Larceny | 177.8 | D | 189 | 116.4 | +52.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel | 0 miles | F 255.8 | C 162.8 | Violent: 91.9% higher Property: 8.4% lower |
| Lewes | 0 miles | D 137.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 2.8% higher Property: N/A |
| Bethany Beach | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 187.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 5.5% higher |
| Dagsboro | 0 miles | C 103.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 22.4% lower Property: N/A |
| Fenwick Island | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |