Powell County, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Powell County in KY is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 194 violent crimes and 360 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 3.8 per 100k residents, which is 96.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 87.3 per 100k, 46.6% below 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 AHomicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade ABurglary
Grade FLarceny
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade ASummary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 3.8 | A | 194 | 106.2 | -96.4% |
| Property Crime | 87.3 | A | 360 | 163.6 | -46.6% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 0 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 3 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 5 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 0.0 | A | 17 | 22.3 | -100.0% |
| Burglary | 38.5 | F | 99 | 24.0 | +60.1% |
| Larceny | 38.5 | A | 196 | 116.4 | -66.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.4 | A | 58 | 22.2 | -53.2% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Powell County Sheriff's Office
Stanton Police Department
Stanton, KY
Clay City Police Department
Clay City, KY