Richmond, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Richmond Police Department serves the city of Richmond, KY in Madison County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,540 violent crimes and 4,288 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 133.0 per 100k residents, which is 25.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 187.2 per 100k, 14.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 8 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 Rate133.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,540 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents74 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents191 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate187.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,288 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents635 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate143.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,246 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents389 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 133.0 | D | 2540 | 106.2 | +25.2% |
| Property Crime | 187.2 | C | 4288 | 163.6 | +14.4% |
| Robbery | 8.1 | D | 74 | 5.8 | +39.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 8.1 | A | 191 | 22.3 | -63.4% |
| Burglary | 35.3 | D | 635 | 24.0 | +46.8% |
| Larceny | 143.8 | D | 3246 | 116.4 | +23.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.1 | A | 389 | 22.2 | -63.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berea | 0 miles | A 25.9 | A 58.3 | Violent: 80.5% lower Property: 68.9% lower |
| Irvine | 17 miles | B 87.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 34.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Ravenna | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lancaster | 18 miles | D 147.6 | B 123.0 | Violent: 11.0% higher Property: 34.3% lower |
| Winchester | 19 miles | C 104.5 | D 256.1 | Violent: 21.4% lower Property: 36.8% higher |