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Elkins, WV vs Shepherdstown, WV

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- Shepherdstown has 82% less violent crime than Elkins.
- Shepherdstown has 65% less property crime than Elkins.
 Elkins, WVShepherdstown, WVUnited States
 Violent Crime  Unlock8.522.7
 Property Crime41.7  Unlock35.4

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Reviews for Elkins    2 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

I submitted my review in response to another review, Gina, regarding Elkins, WV, but I'm not sure it was actually submitted. It was lengthy and I cannot resubmit it at  More

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Over 19 years ago

Elkins is a fairly small town and very safe place to live. We have a great college right here and it is a good place to live if you want a variety in weather and  More

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Reviews for Shepherdstown    4 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

Beautiful and mostly  More

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Over 15 years ago

Shepherdstown has been my home for 25 years since I was a teenager and the people are wonderful and friendly! I love Shepherdstown and I am proud to call it my  More

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Over 15 years ago

We bought our vacation home in this quaint, historic town and are loving the time we spend there. The nearby Potomac river is beautiful and offers canoeing and kayaking  More

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