Lexington, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lexington Police Department serves the city of Lexington, KY in Fayette County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 23,457 violent crimes and 46,115 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 94.7 per 100k residents, which is 10.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 223.8 per 100k, 36.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 106 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 Rate94.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents23,457 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents992 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents1,450 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,153 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate223.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents46,115 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents6,385 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate155.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents34,103 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate43.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,487 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 94.7 | B | 23457 | 106.2 | -10.8% |
| Property Crime | 223.8 | D | 46115 | 163.6 | +36.8% |
| Rape | 3.1 | B | 992 | 3.5 | -11.5% |
| Robbery | 6.3 | C | 1450 | 5.8 | +7.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.4 | A | 2153 | 22.3 | -62.1% |
| Burglary | 24.4 | C | 6385 | 24.0 | +1.5% |
| Larceny | 155.9 | D | 34103 | 116.4 | +34.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 43.1 | F | 5487 | 22.2 | +94.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 106 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 12 |
| Anti-Jewish | 7 |
| Anti-Bisexual | 3 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 6 |
| Anti-Transgender | 6 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 36 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 4 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 15 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholasville | 12 miles | A 46.3 | C 151.3 | Violent: 51.1% lower Property: 32.4% lower |
| Versailles | 13 miles | A 18.4 | A 88.2 | Violent: 80.6% lower Property: 60.6% lower |
| Wilmore | 16 miles | A 33.2 | A 33.2 | Violent: 64.9% lower Property: 85.2% lower |
| Georgetown | 17 miles | B 71.3 | B 112.0 | Violent: 24.7% lower Property: 49.9% lower |
| Stamping Ground | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |