Georgetown, DE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Georgetown Police Department serves the city of Georgetown, DE in Sussex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,385 violent crimes and 1,484 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 315.8 per 100k residents, which is 197.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 391.6 per 100k, 139.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 Rate315.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,385 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate12.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents21 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate25.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents70 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate25.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents187 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate391.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,484 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate25.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents196 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate341.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,232 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents55 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 315.8 | F | 1385 | 106.2 | +197.4% |
| Property Crime | 391.6 | F | 1484 | 163.6 | +139.4% |
| Rape | 12.6 | F | 21 | 3.5 | +257.1% |
| Robbery | 25.3 | F | 70 | 5.8 | +334.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 25.3 | C | 187 | 22.3 | +13.5% |
| Burglary | 25.3 | C | 196 | 24.0 | +5.2% |
| Larceny | 341.1 | F | 1232 | 116.4 | +193.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.3 | C | 55 | 22.2 | +14.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delmar | 3 miles | D 133.3 | C 177.8 | Violent: 57.8% lower Property: 54.6% lower |
| Laurel | 3 miles | F 255.8 | C 162.8 | Violent: 19.0% lower Property: 58.4% lower |
| Lewes | 3 miles | D 137.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 56.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Bethany Beach | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 187.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 52.1% lower |
| Dagsboro | 3 miles | C 103.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 67.2% lower Property: N/A |