Elsmere, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Elsmere Police Department serves the city of Elsmere, KY in Kenton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 566 violent crimes and 426 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 109.4 per 100k residents, which is 3.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 76.6 per 100k, 53.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 CAnnual Rate109.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents566 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate76.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents426 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate32.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents266 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate32.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents94 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 109.4 | C | 566 | 106.2 | +3.0% |
| Property Crime | 76.6 | A | 426 | 163.6 | -53.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.9 | C | 27 | 22.3 | -1.6% |
| Burglary | 10.9 | A | 63 | 24.0 | -54.5% |
| Larceny | 32.8 | A | 266 | 116.4 | -71.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 32.8 | D | 94 | 22.2 | +48.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erlanger | 1 miles | A 25.2 | A 30.3 | Violent: 76.9% lower Property: 60.5% lower |
| Florence | 2 miles | B 73.0 | F 343.5 | Violent: 33.3% lower Property: 348.4% higher |
| Edgewood | 3 miles | B 95.5 | A 23.9 | Violent: 12.7% lower Property: 68.8% lower |
| Villa Hills | 3 miles | A 26.7 | B 106.7 | Violent: 75.6% lower Property: 39.2% higher |
| Fort Wright | 5 miles | A 34.5 | A 51.7 | Violent: 68.5% lower Property: 32.5% lower |