Delaware, OH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Delaware Police Department serves the city of Delaware, OH in Delaware County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,368 violent crimes and 1,839 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 42.2 per 100k residents, which is 60.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 37.7 per 100k, 76.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 AAnnual Rate42.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,368 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents143 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents128 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate37.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,839 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents245 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate31.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,510 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 42.2 | A | 1368 | 106.2 | -60.3% |
| Property Crime | 37.7 | A | 1839 | 163.6 | -76.9% |
| Rape | 4.4 | D | 143 | 3.5 | +25.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 6.7 | A | 128 | 22.3 | -70.1% |
| Burglary | 2.2 | A | 245 | 24.0 | -90.8% |
| Larceny | 31.1 | A | 1510 | 116.4 | -73.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.4 | A | 63 | 22.2 | -80.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powell | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 55.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 46.6% higher |
| Sunbury | 3 miles | A 45.3 | A 60.3 | Violent: 7.3% higher Property: 59.9% higher |
| Shawnee Hills | 10 miles | C 117.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 178.3% higher Property: N/A |
| Genoa Township | 12 miles | A 7.3 | A 11.0 | Violent: 82.7% lower Property: 70.9% lower |
| Sharon Township | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |