On October 1, 2020, a violent crime occurred in the small town of Bethel, NY. According to the latest statistics, Bethel has a relatively low rate of violent crime, with a reported rate of 10.5 compared to the national average of 22.7. However, property crime in Bethel is slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 24.2 compared to 35.4. Despite the lower rates, the crime that took place in Bethel is still a serious matter that has left the community shaken. The context of the low crime rates in Bethel adds to the shock and concern surrounding this incident. It serves as a reminder that even in areas with lower crime rates, violence and crime can still occur.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Bethel (zip 12720) violent crime is 10.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Bethel (zip 12720) property crime is 24.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Bethel, New York does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Monticello, New York. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Monticello, New York. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.