Portsmouth, IA has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to recent statistics, the city's violent crime rate is 12.2, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. Additionally, property crime in Portsmouth is also lower than the US average with a rate of 14.5 compared to 35.4. Despite this, the community still faces some issues with crime. However, thanks to the efforts of law enforcement and community outreach programs, the crime rate in Portsmouth has remained relatively stable over the years. With a continued focus on safety and prevention, Portsmouth aims to maintain its reputation as a safe and peaceful city for residents and visitors alike.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Portsmouth violent crime is 12.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Portsmouth property crime is 14.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Portsmouth, Iowa does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Harlan, Iowa. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Harlan, Iowa. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.