Is Campbellsville or Lexington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Campbellsville is safer than Lexington (Safety Score 63/100 vs 28/100), with a total crime rate of 1,305 per 100,000 versus 2,536 for Lexington — 49% lower. Campbellsville has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lexington has a 71% lower rate.
Note: Lexington is 27.6x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Campbellsville, KY?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Campbellsville | Lexington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,305.0 | 2,536.4 | -1,231.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 230.3 | 262.0 | -31.7 |
| Murder Rate | 17.1 | 5.0 | +12.1 |
| Rape Rate | 42.7 | 51.7 | -9.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 25.6 | 79.5 | -53.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 145.0 | 125.9 | +19.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,074.7 | 2,274.4 | -1,199.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 341.2 | 264.8 | +76.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 631.2 | 1,728.4 | -1,097.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 102.4 | 281.2 | -178.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Campbellsville or Lexington safer?
Campbellsville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,305 per 100K vs 2,536 for Lexington — a 49% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Campbellsville has a violent crime rate of 230.3 per 100K while Lexington has 262.0. Campbellsville has lower violent crime.
About Campbellsville, KY
Campbellsville, Kentucky, founded in 1817, is home to Campbellsville University. This small city is nestled in Taylor County, a rural area of central Kentucky. With a safety score of 63/100 and a population coverage of 11,724, Campbellsville has a total crime rate of 1,305.0 per 100,000 residents.