Newark, OH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Newark Police Department serves the city of Newark, OH in Licking County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,200 violent crimes and 8,003 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 117.3 per 100k residents, which is 10.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 215.1 per 100k, 31.5% 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 3 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 CAnnual Rate117.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,200 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents160 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate3.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents121 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents405 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate215.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,003 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate25.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,277 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate164.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,874 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents732 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 117.3 | C | 4200 | 106.2 | +10.5% |
| Property Crime | 215.1 | D | 8003 | 163.6 | +31.5% |
| Rape | 3.9 | C | 160 | 3.5 | +10.6% |
| Robbery | 3.9 | B | 121 | 5.8 | -32.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.6 | B | 405 | 22.3 | -29.7% |
| Burglary | 25.4 | C | 1277 | 24.0 | +5.8% |
| Larceny | 164.2 | D | 5874 | 116.4 | +41.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.5 | C | 732 | 22.2 | +5.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 111.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 48.1% lower |
| Hebron | 0 miles | B 83.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 28.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Johnstown | 0 miles | A 18.8 | A 37.6 | Violent: 84.0% lower Property: 82.5% lower |
| Kirkersville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| St. Louisville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |