Denton, MD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Denton Police Department serves the city of Denton, MD in Caroline County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 445 violent crimes and 671 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 161.1 per 100k residents, which is 51.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 201.4 per 100k, 23.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate161.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents445 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate20.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents57 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate201.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents671 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate40.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents59 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate120.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents588 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate40.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 161.1 | D | 445 | 106.2 | +51.7% |
| Property Crime | 201.4 | D | 671 | 163.6 | +23.1% |
| Robbery | 20.1 | F | 16 | 5.8 | +246.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.1 | C | 57 | 22.3 | -9.5% |
| Burglary | 40.3 | F | 59 | 24.0 | +67.6% |
| Larceny | 120.8 | C | 588 | 116.4 | +3.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 40.3 | F | 22 | 22.2 | +81.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federalsburg | 1 miles | D 143.1 | A 35.8 | Violent: 11.2% lower Property: 82.2% lower |
| Greensboro | 1 miles | A 52.4 | A 52.4 | Violent: 67.5% lower Property: 74.0% lower |
| Ridgely | 1 miles | C 123.5 | B 123.5 | Violent: 23.4% lower Property: 38.7% lower |
| Centreville | 17 miles | F 209.6 | A 104.8 | Violent: 30.1% higher Property: 48.0% lower |
| Easton | 21 miles | B 74.4 | C 154.5 | Violent: 53.8% lower Property: 23.3% lower |