Moorefield, WV Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Moorefield Police Department serves the city of Moorefield, WV in Hardy County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 0 violent crimes and 424 property crimes. Property crime averages 361.7 per 100k, 121.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Property Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate361.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents424 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate361.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents388 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Crime | 361.7 | F | 424 | 163.6 | +121.1% |
| Larceny | 361.7 | F | 388 | 116.4 | +210.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petersburg | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Romney | 22 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 228.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 36.9% lower |
| Ridgeley | 24 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 172.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 52.4% lower |
| Capon Bridge | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Keyser | 26 miles | A 61.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |