New Kensington, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The New Kensington Police Department serves the city of New Kensington, PA in Westmoreland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 539 violent crimes and 1,066 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 75.7 per 100k residents, which is 28.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 210.2 per 100k, 28.4% above 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 BAnnual Rate75.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents539 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents97 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate210.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,066 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate42.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents141 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate159.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents822 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents96 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 75.7 | B | 539 | 106.2 | -28.8% |
| Property Crime | 210.2 | D | 1066 | 163.6 | +28.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.8 | B | 97 | 22.3 | -24.5% |
| Burglary | 42.0 | F | 141 | 24.0 | +74.9% |
| Larceny | 159.7 | D | 822 | 116.4 | +37.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.4 | A | 96 | 22.2 | -62.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lower Burrell | 3 miles | A 52.1 | A 34.8 | Violent: 31.1% lower Property: 83.5% lower |
| Harmar Township | 3 miles | A 66.1 | D 231.3 | Violent: 12.6% lower Property: 10.1% higher |
| Plum | 4 miles | A 34.1 | A 11.3 | Violent: 55.0% lower Property: 94.6% lower |
| Oakmont | 5 miles | A 30.1 | A 75.4 | Violent: 60.2% lower Property: 64.1% lower |