Henderson, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Henderson Police Department serves the city of Henderson, KY in Henderson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,058 violent crimes and 3,392 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 196.5 per 100k residents, which is 85.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 171.0 per 100k, 4.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 8 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 Rate196.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,058 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents99 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents192 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate171.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,392 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate32.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents649 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate112.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,285 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents437 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 196.5 | F | 3058 | 106.2 | +85.0% |
| Property Crime | 171.0 | C | 3392 | 163.6 | +4.5% |
| Rape | 3.6 | C | 99 | 3.5 | +2.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.3 | A | 192 | 22.3 | -67.3% |
| Burglary | 32.8 | D | 649 | 24.0 | +36.3% |
| Larceny | 112.8 | C | 2285 | 116.4 | -3.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.8 | C | 437 | 22.2 | -1.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 35.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 79.0% lower |
| Clay | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Sebree | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Morganfield | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 96.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 43.8% lower |
| Uniontown | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |