Van Lear, KY Crime

The small town of Van Lear, KY has seen a rise in crime in recent years. According to background information, the violent crime rate in Van Lear is significantly lower than the national average, sitting at 9.6 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, property crime in Van Lear is slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 28.5 compared to the US average of 35.4. This suggests that while the town may not have a high rate of violent crime, citizens should still be cautious of property crimes such as theft and burglary. The community of Van Lear must work together to address and decrease these crime rates, ensuring a safe and secure environment for its residents.

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NOTE: The city of Van Lear, Kentucky does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Paintsville, Kentucky. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Paintsville, Kentucky. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.