Located in eastern Kentucky, the Mount Sterling Metro Area has a lower rate of violent crime compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the area's violent crime rate is 11.35, while the US average is 22.7. However, property crime remains a concern with a rate of 39.05, slightly higher than the national average of 35.4. Despite efforts to reduce crime, Mount Sterling still faces challenges in maintaining community safety and preventing property crimes.
Despite these concerns, the local community and law enforcement agencies continue to work together to address and reduce crime in the Mount Sterling area. Efforts such as neighborhood watch programs and increased police presence have helped to decrease crime rates and create a safer environment for residents and visitors. Additionally, initiatives to address underlying issues such as poverty and drug use are also being implemented to address the root causes of crime in the area. With continued efforts and collaboration, Mount Sterling is striving to create a safer and more peaceful community for all.Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Mount Sterling Metro Area violent crime is 11.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Mount Sterling Metro Area property crime is 39.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Mount Sterling, Kentucky does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Winchester, Kentucky. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Winchester, Kentucky. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.