Selbyville, DE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Selbyville Police Department serves the city of Selbyville, DE in Sussex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 303 violent crimes and 287 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 187.6 per 100k residents, which is 76.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 62.5 per 100k, 61.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 FAnnual Rate187.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents303 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate31.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate62.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents287 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate62.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents220 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 187.6 | F | 303 | 106.2 | +76.6% |
| Property Crime | 62.5 | A | 287 | 163.6 | -61.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 31.3 | D | 42 | 22.3 | +40.5% |
| Larceny | 62.5 | A | 220 | 116.4 | -46.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delmar | 0 miles | D 133.3 | C 177.8 | Violent: 28.9% lower Property: 184.3% higher |
| Laurel | 0 miles | F 255.8 | C 162.8 | Violent: 36.3% higher Property: 160.3% higher |
| Lewes | 0 miles | D 137.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 26.9% lower Property: N/A |
| Bethany Beach | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 187.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 200.0% higher |
| Dagsboro | 0 miles | C 103.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 44.8% lower Property: N/A |