Shelby County, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Shelby County in KY is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 1,546 violent crimes and 2,654 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 32.7 per 100k residents, which is 69.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 177.3 per 100k, 8.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 AAnnual Rate32.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,546 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents51 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents116 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate177.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,654 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents431 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate155.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,886 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate14.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents332 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 32.7 | A | 1546 | 106.2 | -69.2% |
| Property Crime | 177.3 | C | 2654 | 163.6 | +8.4% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 3 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 1.2 | A | 51 | 3.5 | -67.0% |
| Robbery | 3.8 | A | 63 | 5.8 | -35.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.7 | A | 116 | 22.3 | -74.6% |
| Burglary | 6.8 | A | 431 | 24.0 | -71.6% |
| Larceny | 155.8 | D | 1886 | 116.4 | +33.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.7 | B | 332 | 22.2 | -33.7% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Shelby County Sheriff's Office
Shelbyville Police Department
Shelbyville, KY
Simpsonville Police Department
Simpsonville, KY