Seaford, DE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Seaford Police Department serves the city of Seaford, DE in Sussex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,972 violent crimes and 2,266 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 409.5 per 100k residents, which is 285.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 216.1 per 100k, 32.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 Rate409.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,972 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate11.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents30 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate22.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents321 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate216.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,266 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents251 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate193.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,932 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 409.5 | F | 1972 | 106.2 | +285.5% |
| Property Crime | 216.1 | D | 2266 | 163.6 | +32.1% |
| Rape | 11.4 | F | 30 | 3.5 | +221.5% |
| Robbery | 22.8 | F | 72 | 5.8 | +291.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.8 | C | 321 | 22.3 | +2.2% |
| Burglary | 11.4 | A | 251 | 24.0 | -52.7% |
| Larceny | 193.4 | F | 1932 | 116.4 | +66.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.4 | A | 81 | 22.2 | -48.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blades | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 77.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 64.4% lower |
| Bridgeville | 6 miles | A 35.1 | B 140.6 | Violent: 91.4% lower Property: 35.0% lower |
| Georgetown | 12 miles | F 315.8 | F 391.6 | Violent: 22.9% lower Property: 81.2% higher |
| Delmar | 15 miles | D 133.3 | C 177.8 | Violent: 67.4% lower Property: 17.7% lower |
| Laurel | 15 miles | F 255.8 | C 162.8 | Violent: 37.5% lower Property: 24.7% lower |