Newport, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Newport Police Department serves the city of Newport, KY in Campbell County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,252 violent crimes and 2,239 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 225.0 per 100k residents, which is 111.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 348.3 per 100k, 112.9% 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 7 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 FAnnual Rate225.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,252 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate348.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,239 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents260 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate304.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,733 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents234 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 225.0 | F | 1252 | 106.2 | +111.8% |
| Property Crime | 348.3 | F | 2239 | 163.6 | +112.9% |
| Rape | 7.3 | F | 65 | 3.5 | +105.3% |
| Burglary | 14.5 | A | 260 | 24.0 | -39.6% |
| Larceny | 304.8 | F | 1733 | 116.4 | +161.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.0 | D | 234 | 22.2 | +30.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue | 1 miles | A 52.9 | A 52.9 | Violent: 76.5% lower Property: 84.8% lower |
| Dayton | 2 miles | F 172.7 | A 69.1 | Violent: 23.3% lower Property: 80.2% lower |
| Wilder | 2 miles | A 32.3 | A 32.3 | Violent: 85.7% lower Property: 90.7% lower |
| Fort Thomas | 2 miles | A 41.2 | A 17.7 | Violent: 81.7% lower Property: 94.9% lower |
| Park Hills | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 31.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 90.9% lower |