Frankfort, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Frankfort Police Department serves the city of Frankfort, KY in Franklin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,713 violent crimes and 3,745 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 88.4 per 100k residents, which is 16.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 130.8 per 100k, 20.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 11 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 Rate88.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,713 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents186 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate130.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,745 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate28.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents630 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate88.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,662 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents442 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 88.4 | B | 2713 | 106.2 | -16.8% |
| Property Crime | 130.8 | B | 3745 | 163.6 | -20.0% |
| Homicide | 3.5 | F | 16 | 0.5 | +564.4% |
| Rape | 3.5 | C | 92 | 3.5 | +0.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.1 | A | 186 | 22.3 | -68.2% |
| Burglary | 28.3 | C | 630 | 24.0 | +17.7% |
| Larceny | 88.4 | B | 2662 | 116.4 | -24.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.6 | A | 442 | 22.2 | -52.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 11 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Bisexual | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrenceburg | 14 miles | B 74.9 | A 41.6 | Violent: 15.3% lower Property: 68.2% lower |
| Versailles | 15 miles | A 18.4 | A 88.2 | Violent: 79.2% lower Property: 32.6% lower |
| Georgetown | 16 miles | B 71.3 | B 112.0 | Violent: 19.4% lower Property: 14.4% lower |
| Stamping Ground | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Sadieville | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |