Located in the rural town of Burnsville, West Virginia, crime rates are relatively low compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Burnsville is only 6.5 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. Property crime rates in Burnsville are also lower than the US average, with a rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents compared to 35.4 nationally. While this may provide a sense of safety for residents, it is important to note that any crime, no matter the rate, can have a significant impact on a small community. The town of Burnsville may not be immune to crime, but its relatively low rates serve as a testament to the close-knit community and the efforts of law enforcement to maintain a safe environment for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Burnsville violent crime is 6.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Burnsville property crime is 5.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.