Dover, DE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dover Police Department serves the city of Dover, DE in Kent County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,421 violent crimes and 9,079 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 285.3 per 100k residents, which is 168.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 531.3 per 100k, 224.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate285.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,421 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate7.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents121 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate13.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents144 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate41.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,432 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate531.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents9,079 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents260 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate478.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,187 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate44.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents612 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 285.3 | F | 6421 | 106.2 | +168.6% |
| Property Crime | 531.3 | F | 9079 | 163.6 | +224.7% |
| Homicide | 7.8 | F | 22 | 0.5 | +1373.3% |
| Rape | 7.8 | F | 121 | 3.5 | +122.0% |
| Robbery | 13.1 | F | 144 | 5.8 | +125.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 41.9 | F | 1432 | 22.3 | +88.1% |
| Burglary | 7.8 | A | 260 | 24.0 | -67.3% |
| Larceny | 478.9 | F | 8187 | 116.4 | +311.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 44.5 | F | 612 | 22.2 | +100.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton | 0 miles | A 23.0 | A 23.0 | Violent: 91.9% lower Property: 95.7% lower |
| Frederica | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 180.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 66.1% lower |
| Kenton | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Cheswold | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 48.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 90.9% lower |
| Camden | 2 miles | F 200.5 | F 334.2 | Violent: 29.7% lower Property: 37.1% lower |