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Is West Carrollton, Ohio Safe?

Population 12,963 · Safer than 18% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

Crime in West Carrollton runs high. The city's D grade puts it below 82% of US cities, with violent crime below the national average. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,802 per 100K.

West Carrollton Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricWest CarrolltonOhio AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate298.2312.4363.8
Property Crime Rate2329.02033.51,832.3
Murder Rate6.0--5.7
Assault Rate211.0--268.2
Theft Rate1802.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate277.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyD

262.7 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC+

298/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD

2329/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for West Carrollton

Violent crime in West Carrollton is below the national average. The rate of 298.2 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2329.0 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,802 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

West Carrollton Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder6
01.1x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault211
079% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery53
084% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary402
01.5x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,802
01.3x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft277
087% of avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How West Carrollton Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

West Carrollton
298.2
State
312.4
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

West Carrollton
2329.0
State
2033.5
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About West Carrollton Safety

Is West Carrollton safe?
Not especially. West Carrollton earns a D with a crime rate of 262.7 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs below the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in West Carrollton?
262.7 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 298.2 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2329.0 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is West Carrollton safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. West Carrollton's D grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,802 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in West Carrollton?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in West Carrollton generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the West Carrollton police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in West Carrollton?
Yes, there's been an uptick. West Carrollton's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a D grade overall.
How does West Carrollton compare to other cities in Ohio?
Below average for the state. West Carrollton ranks behind about 81% of Ohio cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.3x the national rate.
How safe is West Carrollton to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is below the national average, which is encouraging. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in West Carrollton?
Bad. A D grade and 262.7 per-thousand rate put West Carrollton below 82% of US cities. Violent crime at 298 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in West Carrollton?
298.2 per 100,000, which is 18% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (211), robbery (53), and murder (6.0) per 100,000.

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