Weston County, WY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Weston County in WY is served by 2 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 204 violent crimes and 265 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 53.2 per 100k residents, which is 49.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 57.7 per 100k, 64.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Larceny 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 AHomicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade ABurglary
Grade FLarceny
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 53.2 | A | 204 | 106.2 | -49.9% |
| Property Crime | 57.7 | A | 265 | 163.6 | -64.7% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 1 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 20 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 0 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 0.0 | A | 32 | 22.3 | -100.0% |
| Burglary | 38.5 | F | 57 | 24.0 | +60.1% |
| Larceny | 19.2 | A | 185 | 116.4 | -83.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 0.0 | A | 20 | 22.2 | -100.0% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Weston County Sheriff's Office
Newcastle Police Department
Newcastle, WY