Edgewood, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Edgewood Police Department serves the city of Edgewood, KY in Kenton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 181 violent crimes and 230 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 95.5 per 100k residents, which is 10.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 23.9 per 100k, 85.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Larceny had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 BAnnual Rate95.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents181 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents12 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate23.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents230 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents197 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 95.5 | B | 181 | 106.2 | -10.1% |
| Property Crime | 23.9 | A | 230 | 163.6 | -85.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.9 | A | 12 | 22.3 | -46.4% |
| Larceny | 11.9 | A | 197 | 116.4 | -89.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.9 | A | 19 | 22.2 | -46.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erlanger | 3 miles | A 25.2 | A 30.3 | Violent: 73.6% lower Property: 26.8% higher |
| Elsmere | 3 miles | C 109.4 | A 76.6 | Violent: 14.6% higher Property: 220.9% higher |
| Villa Hills | 3 miles | A 26.7 | B 106.7 | Violent: 72.1% lower Property: 346.8% higher |
| Fort Wright | 4 miles | A 34.5 | A 51.7 | Violent: 63.9% lower Property: 116.7% higher |
| Taylor Mill | 4 miles | C 117.1 | A 29.3 | Violent: 22.6% higher Property: 22.7% higher |