Kentucky Crime Index

82

(100 is safest)

Safer than 82% of most Australia suburbs

Kentucky Crime Map

Kentucky crime map

Kentucky Crime Statistics at a Glance

The chart below shows the 60-month trend of the number of offences that occurred in Kentucky.

60-month trend of criminal incidents across Kentucky
  • The number of criminal incidents recorded by NSW Police in the year 2021 was 2, down 67% from 6 incidents recorded in the same period last year.
  • Kentucky is in the 96th percentile for safety, meaning 4% of NSW suburbs are safer than Kentucky and 96% of suburbs are more dangerous than Kentucky.
  • The number of assault offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year..
  • The number of sexual offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no homicide offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no burglary offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of theft offences recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (3 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no robbery offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • The number of motor vehicle thefts recorded in 2021 decreased by 100% (1 Incidents) compared to the previous year.
  • There were no motor vehicle theft offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.
  • There were no vandalism (Property damage) offences recorded during the years 2020 and 2021.

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Crime in Kentucky: An In-Depth Analysis

Based on the latest crime statistics from the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, AU Crime Rate’s analysis indicates that Kentucky is safer than only 82% of all suburbs across the nation, regardless of population size. This implies that Kentucky’s crime rate is noticeably lower than the average compared to most Australia’s suburbs.

How does Kentucky perform compared to other suburbs of all population sizes in NSW? The crime rate in Kentucky is greater than that of roughly 4% of other suburbs in NSW, leading to very high public safety scores.

As a resident of Kentucky, the likelihood of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 170 based on the combined crime rate of offences against the person and property. This is in contrast to the New South Wales average, where the chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 20.

To get a more comprehensive understanding of Kentucky’s crime statistics, it is essential to take a closer look at its against the person and property crime data. This examination is particularly critical because it enables us to determine whether violent crime, property crime, or both are the primary contributors to the total crime rate in Kentucky. By doing so, we can gain a more in-depth insight into the nature and extent of crime in Kentucky.

AU Crime Rate’s analysis has uncovered that the rate of crimes against the person in Kentucky is 0 per one hundred thousand inhabitants. By contrast, the statewide average for such crimes stands at 1500. This suggests that experiencing serious offences like homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, abduction, kidnapping, stalking, blackmail, or extortion is 0 if you reside in Kentucky.

Our data reveals that the odds of becoming a victim of property crime in Kentucky are 1 in 170, with a rate of 585 incidents per 100,000 residents. Keep in mind that the NSW average is 3158 incidents per 100,000 residents. The types of property crimes tracked in this analysis include theft, burglary, arson, and malicious damage to property.

Looking to understand the various types of criminal offences in New South Wales and make sense of crime data? Check out our NSW crime glossary for easy-to-understand definitions of common criminal offences.

Kentucky Crime Rates by Offences Division

Kentucky Crimes Against the Person

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Crime Against the Person

0

In Kentucky

1 in 65

In NSW

Crimes Against the Person Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Violent crimes against the person in Kentucky vs New South Wales in Australia

Crimes Against the Person: Kentucky vs NSW

Kentucky population: 171

NSW population: 8058541

Here is a breakdown of the major crimes against the person (violent crimes) including the number of offences and Kentucky crime rates for the selected offences.

Kentucky Property and Deception Offences

My Chances of Becoming a Victim of Property and Deception Offences

1 in 170

In Kentucky

1 in 30

In NSW

Property and Deception Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Property offences in Kentucky vs New South Wales

Property and Deception Offences: Kentucky vs NSW, Australia

Kentucky population: 171

NSW population: 8058541

An overview of the major property and deception offences, including Kentucky crime statistics for each offence type.

Drug Offences

Drug Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Drug offences in Kentucky vs NSW

Drug Offences: Kentucky vs New South Wales

Public Order and Security Offences

Public Order and Security Offences Comparison (Per 100,000 Residents)

Public order and security offences comparison chart

Public Order and Security Offences: Kentucky vs NSW

Kentucky Crimes per Square KM

Crimes per square km in Kentucky vs NSW

Kentucky Crime FAQs

How many murders were in Kentucky in 2021?

According to the New South Wales Police Force and BOSCAR data, there were 0 murders in Kentucky in 2021. The number of homicides (which includes murders, attempted murder, murder conspiracy, and manslaughters) was 0.

What’s the most common crime in Kentucky?

According to the latest available data from the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, the most common type of crime in Kentucky is prohibited and regulated weapons offences.

What is the crime rate in Kentucky?

The overall crime rate in Kentucky, as measured by the number of reported offences per 100,000 population was 1170 in the year ending December 2021.

However, it’s important to note that this is an aggregate figure that includes all types of crime, and some types of offences are more prevalent than others. Additionally, crime rates can vary by location, with some areas experiencing higher rates of certain types of crime than others.

Is Kentucky a safe place to live in?

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) states that Kentucky total crime rate in 2021 was 1170. This means it’s 96% safer than all NSW suburbs. So Kentucky has a very high safety profile according to our scoring systems.

Is Kentucky safe at night?

46% of crimes in Kentucky occur between 6 PM and 6 AM so, it’s moderate safety to walk alone in Kentucky at night.

Total Crime Stats of Kentucky

Note: The data for murder and manslaughter refers to the number of recorded victims, not criminal incidents.

References

  • NSW Police public site
  • NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR).
  • Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census QuickStats for all persons

Greater Capital City Statistical Area

Greater Sydney