Oak Grove, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Oak Grove Police Department serves the city of Oak Grove, KY in Christian County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 753 violent crimes and 1,280 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 137.0 per 100k residents, which is 29.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 361.3 per 100k, 120.8% 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 1 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 DAnnual Rate137.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents753 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate12.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents40 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate361.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,280 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate37.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents181 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate299.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents947 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents148 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 137.0 | D | 753 | 106.2 | +29.0% |
| Property Crime | 361.3 | F | 1280 | 163.6 | +120.8% |
| Rape | 12.5 | F | 40 | 3.5 | +252.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.9 | C | 77 | 22.3 | +12.0% |
| Burglary | 37.4 | D | 181 | 24.0 | +55.5% |
| Larceny | 299.0 | F | 947 | 116.4 | +156.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.9 | C | 148 | 22.2 | +12.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pembroke | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 232.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 35.7% lower |
| Hopkinsville | 2 miles | F 211.0 | D 259.7 | Violent: 54.0% higher Property: 28.1% lower |
| Elkton | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 45.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 87.3% lower |
| Guthrie | 17 miles | F 524.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 282.3% higher Property: N/A |
| Trenton | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 304.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 15.6% lower |