Morehead, KY is a small and peaceful town nestled in the rolling hills of eastern Kentucky. However, despite its quaint appearance, the town has not been immune to crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Morehead is 7.7, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate of 32.9 is slightly higher than the US average of 35.4. This shows that while Morehead may have a lower overall crime rate compared to the rest of the country, there is still room for improvement in terms of property crimes. The community of Morehead is working towards creating a safer and more secure environment for its residents, and with a lower violent crime rate, it is on the right track. However, more effort needs to be put into addressing property crimes to truly make Morehead a safe haven for its citizens.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Morehead violent crime is 7.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Morehead property crime is 32.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.