New Castle, DE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The New Castle Police Department serves the city of New Castle, DE in New Castle County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 559 violent crimes and 960 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 199.1 per 100k residents, which is 87.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 217.2 per 100k, 32.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 FAnnual Rate199.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents559 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate72.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents84 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate217.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents960 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate36.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents54 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate144.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents842 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate36.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 199.1 | F | 559 | 106.2 | +87.5% |
| Property Crime | 217.2 | D | 960 | 163.6 | +32.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 72.4 | F | 84 | 22.3 | +225.3% |
| Burglary | 36.2 | D | 54 | 24.0 | +50.7% |
| Larceny | 144.8 | D | 842 | 116.4 | +24.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 36.2 | F | 64 | 22.2 | +63.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | 0 miles | C 98.8 | B 121.8 | Violent: 50.4% lower Property: 43.9% lower |
| Newport | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 224.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 3.5% higher |
| Delaware City | 3 miles | C 105.3 | A 52.7 | Violent: 47.1% lower Property: 75.8% lower |
| Middletown | 10 miles | B 70.9 | C 165.4 | Violent: 64.4% lower Property: 23.8% lower |
| Elsmere | 12 miles | C 97.9 | B 130.5 | Violent: 50.8% lower Property: 39.9% lower |