Is Georgetown or Lexington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Georgetown is safer than Lexington (Safety Score 64/100 vs 28/100), with a total crime rate of 1,294 per 100,000 versus 2,536 for Lexington — 49% lower. Georgetown has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Georgetown has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Lexington is 8.1x 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 Georgetown, KY?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Georgetown | Lexington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,293.8 | 2,536.4 | -1,242.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 124.9 | 262.0 | -137.1 |
| Murder Rate | 7.5 | 5.0 | +2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 27.5 | 51.7 | -24.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.5 | 79.5 | -62.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 69.9 | 125.9 | -56.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,168.9 | 2,274.4 | -1,105.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 167.4 | 264.8 | -97.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 909.2 | 1,728.4 | -819.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 92.4 | 281.2 | -188.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Georgetown or Lexington safer?
Georgetown is safer with a total crime rate of 1,294 per 100K vs 2,536 for Lexington — a 49% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Georgetown has a violent crime rate of 124.9 per 100K while Lexington has 262.0. Georgetown has lower violent crime.
About Georgetown, KY
Georgetown, Kentucky, home to Toyota Motor Manufacturing, is a city in Scott County. It boasts a rich history, including being the site of the first Baptist church west of the Alleghenies. Its population is approximately 37,000. With a safety score of 64/100 and a population coverage of 40,037, Georgetown has a total crime rate of 1,293.8 per 100,000 residents.