Powell County, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Powell County in KY is served by 2 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 135 violent crimes and 309 property crimes. 0 Property crime averages 131.0 per 100k, -19.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful 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 BAnnual Rate131.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents309 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate57.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate57.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents179 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents44 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 0.0 | A | 135 | 106.2 | -100.0% |
| Property Crime | 131.0 | B | 309 | 163.6 | -19.9% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 0 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 3 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 4 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 0.0 | A | 14 | 22.3 | -100.0% |
| Burglary | 57.7 | F | 80 | 24.0 | +140.1% |
| Larceny | 57.7 | A | 179 | 116.4 | -50.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.6 | B | 44 | 22.2 | -29.8% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Stanton Police Department
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Clay City Police Department
Clay City, KY