Somerset, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Somerset Police Department serves the city of Somerset, KY in Pulaski County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 731 violent crimes and 1,286 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 72.9 per 100k residents, which is 31.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 105.3 per 100k, 35.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. 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 Rate72.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents731 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents82 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate105.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,286 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents361 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate56.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents736 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate40.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents177 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 72.9 | B | 731 | 106.2 | -31.4% |
| Property Crime | 105.3 | A | 1286 | 163.6 | -35.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.2 | B | 82 | 22.3 | -27.2% |
| Burglary | 8.1 | A | 361 | 24.0 | -66.3% |
| Larceny | 56.7 | A | 736 | 116.4 | -51.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 40.5 | F | 177 | 22.2 | +82.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnside | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 142.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 34.9% higher |
| Eubank | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Science Hill | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Ferguson | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Monticello | 17 miles | B 69.4 | A 52.1 | Violent: 4.8% lower Property: 50.6% lower |