Millsboro, DE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Millsboro Police Department serves the city of Millsboro, DE in Sussex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 956 violent crimes and 929 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 364.6 per 100k residents, which is 243.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 208.4 per 100k, 27.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 Rate364.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents956 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate39.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents111 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate208.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents929 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents107 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate182.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents792 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents30 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 364.6 | F | 956 | 106.2 | +243.3% |
| Property Crime | 208.4 | D | 929 | 163.6 | +27.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 39.1 | F | 111 | 22.3 | +75.5% |
| Burglary | 13.0 | A | 107 | 24.0 | -45.8% |
| Larceny | 182.3 | D | 792 | 116.4 | +56.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.0 | A | 30 | 22.2 | -41.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delmar | 0 miles | D 133.3 | C 177.8 | Violent: 63.4% lower Property: 14.7% lower |
| Laurel | 0 miles | F 255.8 | C 162.8 | Violent: 29.8% lower Property: 21.9% lower |
| Lewes | 0 miles | D 137.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 62.4% lower Property: N/A |
| Bethany Beach | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 187.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 10.0% lower |
| Dagsboro | 0 miles | C 103.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 71.6% lower Property: N/A |