Williamsburg, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Williamsburg Police Department serves the city of Williamsburg, KY in Whitley County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 178 violent crimes and 220 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 39.3 per 100k residents, which is 63.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 19.6 per 100k, 88.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 AAnnual Rate39.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents178 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate19.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents220 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 39.3 | A | 178 | 106.2 | -63.0% |
| Property Crime | 19.6 | A | 220 | 163.6 | -88.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.6 | B | 32 | 22.2 | -11.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corbin | 0 miles | C 114.4 | B 114.4 | Violent: 191.1% higher Property: 482.3% higher |
| Barbourville | 18 miles | F 319.4 | A 31.9 | Violent: 712.5% higher Property: 62.5% higher |
| London | 26 miles | A 52.8 | F 409.5 | Violent: 34.4% higher Property: 1983.8% higher |
| Middlesboro | 26 miles | B 88.7 | C 188.4 | Violent: 125.6% higher Property: 858.9% higher |
| Pineville | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 124.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 533.0% higher |