Dunkirk, NY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dunkirk Police Department serves the city of Dunkirk, NY in Chautauqua County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 699 violent crimes and 1,024 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 128.2 per 100k residents, which is 20.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 144.2 per 100k, 11.8% 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 DAnnual Rate128.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents699 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate32.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents91 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate144.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,024 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate32.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents173 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate104.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents815 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 128.2 | D | 699 | 106.2 | +20.7% |
| Property Crime | 144.2 | B | 1024 | 163.6 | -11.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 32.0 | D | 91 | 22.3 | +44.0% |
| Burglary | 32.0 | D | 173 | 24.0 | +33.4% |
| Larceny | 104.2 | B | 815 | 116.4 | -10.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.0 | A | 32 | 22.2 | -63.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Village | 0 miles | A 68.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 46.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Carroll Town | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 29.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 79.7% lower |
| Fredonia Village | 10 miles | A 21.0 | D 231.5 | Violent: 83.6% lower Property: 60.5% higher |
| Lakewood-Busti | 15 miles | A 67.3 | C 174.9 | Violent: 47.5% lower Property: 21.2% higher |
| Ellicott Town | 17 miles | B 75.2 | D 244.5 | Violent: 41.3% lower Property: 69.5% higher |