Van Wert, OH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Van Wert Police Department serves the city of Van Wert, OH in Van Wert County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,279 violent crimes and 1,438 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 208.3 per 100k residents, which is 96.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 271.7 per 100k, 66.1% 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 6 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 Rate208.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,279 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents53 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate9.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents12 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents110 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate271.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,438 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents246 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate244.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,156 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 208.3 | F | 1279 | 106.2 | +96.1% |
| Property Crime | 271.7 | F | 1438 | 163.6 | +66.1% |
| Rape | 9.1 | F | 53 | 3.5 | +156.2% |
| Robbery | 9.1 | D | 12 | 5.8 | +55.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.1 | B | 110 | 22.3 | -18.6% |
| Burglary | 18.1 | B | 246 | 24.0 | -24.6% |
| Larceny | 244.5 | F | 1156 | 116.4 | +110.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.1 | A | 28 | 22.2 | -59.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencerville | 16 miles | B 92.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 55.4% lower Property: N/A |
| Payne | 18 miles | B 84.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 59.4% lower Property: N/A |
| Paulding | 20 miles | B 84.7 | A 28.2 | Violent: 59.3% lower Property: 89.6% lower |
| Celina | 21 miles | A 36.8 | A 64.5 | Violent: 82.3% lower Property: 76.3% lower |
| Fort Recovery | 22 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 340.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 25.4% higher |