Dunbar, WV Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dunbar Police Department serves the city of Dunbar, WV in Kanawha County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 718 violent crimes and 907 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 155.3 per 100k residents, which is 46.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 169.4 per 100k, 3.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 DAnnual Rate155.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents718 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate56.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents206 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate169.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents907 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate113.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents244 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate42.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents563 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate14.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 155.3 | D | 718 | 106.2 | +46.2% |
| Property Crime | 169.4 | C | 907 | 163.6 | +3.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 56.5 | F | 206 | 22.3 | +153.7% |
| Burglary | 113.0 | F | 244 | 24.0 | +370.1% |
| Larceny | 42.4 | A | 563 | 116.4 | -63.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.1 | A | 85 | 22.2 | -36.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 0 miles | F 245.7 | F 308.3 | Violent: 58.2% higher Property: 82.0% higher |
| Marmet | 0 miles | B 74.0 | D 221.9 | Violent: 52.4% lower Property: 31.0% higher |
| Pratt | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 218.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 29.2% higher |
| Belle | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| South Charleston | 10 miles | F 177.7 | F 509.8 | Violent: 14.4% higher Property: 200.9% higher |