Elsmere, DE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Elsmere Police Department serves the city of Elsmere, DE in New Castle County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 365 violent crimes and 552 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 97.9 per 100k residents, which is 7.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 130.5 per 100k, 20.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 CAnnual Rate97.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents365 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate130.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents552 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate48.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents119 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate48.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents326 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate32.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents107 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 97.9 | C | 365 | 106.2 | -7.8% |
| Property Crime | 130.5 | B | 552 | 163.6 | -20.2% |
| Homicide | 16.3 | F | 5 | 0.5 | +2961.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.3 | B | 78 | 22.3 | -26.7% |
| Burglary | 48.9 | F | 119 | 24.0 | +103.7% |
| Larceny | 48.9 | A | 326 | 116.4 | -57.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 32.6 | D | 107 | 22.2 | +47.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | 3 miles | F 212.7 | F 333.6 | Violent: 117.3% higher Property: 155.6% higher |
| Delaware City | 11 miles | C 105.3 | A 52.7 | Violent: 7.6% higher Property: 59.7% lower |
| New Castle | 12 miles | F 199.1 | D 217.2 | Violent: 103.4% higher Property: 66.4% higher |
| Newark | 12 miles | C 98.8 | B 121.8 | Violent: 0.9% higher Property: 6.7% lower |
| Newport | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 224.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 72.2% higher |