The crime rates in the Point Pleasant, WV Metro Area have been a cause for concern in recent years. According to the provided context, the area has a lower than average rate of violent crime, at 11.97 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, property crime is slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 35.63 compared to 35.4. This means that while the area may be relatively safe in terms of violent crime, residents should still remain vigilant and take precautions to protect their property. Overall, efforts must continue to be made to further reduce crime in the Point Pleasant, WV Metro Area and ensure a safe and secure community for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Point Pleasant Metro Area violent crime is 12.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Point Pleasant Metro Area property crime is 35.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Point Pleasant, West Virginia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Newark, Ohio. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Newark, West Virginia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.