Berkeley County, WV Crime


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In recent years, the crime rate in Berkeley, WV County has been on the rise, with a violent crime rate of 21.3 compared to the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Property crime is also a concern in the county, with a rate of 46.6 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. These statistics paint a concerning picture of the safety of the community in Berkeley, WV County. Law enforcement and community leaders are working to address these issues and make the county a safer place for its residents. However, it is important for individuals to stay vigilant and take precautions to protect themselves and their property.

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

Berkeley County violent crime is 21.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Berkeley County property crime is 46.6. (The US average is 35.4)


NOTE: The city of Berkeley, West Virginia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Frederick, Maryland. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Frederick, West Virginia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Martinsburg, WV Crime History
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