Franklin, KY Crime


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Located in Simpson County, Franklin, KY has a lower rate of violent crime compared to the national average. According to , the violent crime rate in Franklin is 18.4, while the US average is 22.7. However, property crime is slightly higher in Franklin with a rate of 45.8, compared to the US average of 35.4. Despite this, Franklin still remains a relatively safe community with a lower crime rate than the national average. The local authorities in Franklin are actively working to keep the crime rates low and ensure the safety of its residents. With providing context, it is evident that Franklin, KY is a relatively safe place to live.

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

Franklin violent crime is 18.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Franklin property crime is 45.8. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Franklin, KY Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Pop. Miles Data
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Woodburn, KY  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock92019
Portland, TN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102019
Auburn, KY  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock122019
Cross Plains, TN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock142019
Adairville, KY  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock162019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
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Woodburn, KY  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock92019
Auburn, KY  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock122019
Cross Plains, TN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock142019
Adairville, KY  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock162019
Russellville, KY  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock192019

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I've been here, for at least 7 years; it's the worst town I've ever lived in. Most people here are boring, there's little-to-nothing to do, and here I am, stuck to  More

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Moved here in April 2018 from Southern CA...best move we ever made! Great place to retire...LOW cost of living, low taxes, cheap gas, great schools & restaurants,  More

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Over 10 years ago

I recently visited Franklin for 3 days 7-24-2015 It was hot 90-95 degrees but not humid, definitely not unbearable. And I live in Ohio! Memphis is unbearable. I talked  More

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