Elkton, MD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Elkton Police Department serves the city of Elkton, MD in Cecil County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,256 violent crimes and 3,401 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 375.9 per 100k residents, which is 254.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 426.1 per 100k, 160.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 Rate375.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,256 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents55 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate12.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents103 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate43.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents389 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate426.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,401 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate43.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents362 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate313.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,762 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate68.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents275 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 375.9 | F | 2256 | 106.2 | +254.0% |
| Property Crime | 426.1 | F | 3401 | 163.6 | +160.4% |
| Rape | 6.3 | F | 55 | 3.5 | +77.3% |
| Robbery | 12.5 | F | 103 | 5.8 | +115.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 43.9 | F | 389 | 22.3 | +97.1% |
| Burglary | 43.9 | F | 362 | 24.0 | +82.5% |
| Larceny | 313.3 | F | 2762 | 116.4 | +169.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 68.9 | F | 275 | 22.2 | +210.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North East | 6 miles | F 216.6 | F 385.1 | Violent: 42.4% lower Property: 9.6% lower |
| Rising Sun | 7 miles | A 36.4 | A 36.4 | Violent: 90.3% lower Property: 91.4% lower |
| Perryville | 7 miles | C 111.8 | A 89.5 | Violent: 70.3% lower Property: 79.0% lower |
| Havre De Grace | 15 miles | B 79.6 | A 86.2 | Violent: 78.8% lower Property: 79.8% lower |
| Aberdeen | 19 miles | F 308.7 | C 186.4 | Violent: 17.9% lower Property: 56.3% lower |