Portsmouth, OH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Portsmouth Police Department serves the city of Portsmouth, OH in Scioto County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,268 violent crimes and 3,912 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 190.9 per 100k residents, which is 79.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 277.7 per 100k, 69.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 14 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 FAnnual Rate190.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,268 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate17.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents105 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate57.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents379 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate277.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,912 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate28.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents722 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate225.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,868 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents313 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 190.9 | F | 2268 | 106.2 | +79.8% |
| Property Crime | 277.7 | F | 3912 | 163.6 | +69.7% |
| Rape | 17.4 | F | 105 | 3.5 | +390.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 57.9 | F | 379 | 22.3 | +159.9% |
| Burglary | 28.9 | D | 722 | 24.0 | +20.4% |
| Larceny | 225.6 | F | 2868 | 116.4 | +93.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.1 | C | 313 | 22.2 | +4.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 14 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Bisexual | 3 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Heterosexual | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 3 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Boston | 6 miles | F 270.1 | F 450.3 | Violent: 41.5% higher Property: 62.1% higher |
| Piketon | 24 miles | B 92.0 | A 46.0 | Violent: 51.8% lower Property: 83.4% lower |
| Coal Grove | 25 miles | A 54.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 71.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Oak Hill | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 71.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 74.3% lower |
| Peebles | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 57.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 79.5% lower |