Westover, WV Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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8%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

46%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

18%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Westover_{/100k people}	West Virginia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	99	n/a (estimate)	2,452	1,461	2,281
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	4.9	5.7
Rape	2	n/a	49.5	46.5	38.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	11.2	66.5
Assault	6	n/a	148.6	202.8	264.1
Violent crime	8	n/a (estimate)	198	266	364
Burglary	6	n/a	148.6	178.3	250.7
Theft	84	n/a	2,080.2	924.0	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	1	n/a	24.8	92.8	318.7
Property crime	91	n/a (estimate)	2,254	1,195	1,917

Westover crime map

The Westover crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Westover as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Westover crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Westover crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Westover crime rates are 8% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Westover are 46% lower than the national average
In Westover you have a 1 in 41 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Westover is safer than 71% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Westover has increased by 194%

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Daily Crime In Westover (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Westover, WV per 100,000 people. In Westover, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.68 times more than the West Virginia average and 1.08 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Westover is 1.34 times less than the West Virginia average and 1.84 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Westover has a daily crime rate that is 1.89 times more than the West Virginia average and 1.18 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Westover (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Westover in comparison to other West Virginia communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Westover safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Westover being safer than 72% of cities in West Virginia and 71% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking West Virginia cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Westover. In conclusion, Westover ranks above average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Westover

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Westover is 1 in 505

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Westover is 1 in 45

The chance of being a victim of crime in Westover is 1 in 41

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Westover? In Westover, WV you have a 1 in 505 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 45 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 41 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Westover.

Year Over Year Crime In Westover (per 100,000 people)

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Westover is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Westover has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 29% in Westover, while property crimes in Westover have increased by 231%. Total crime has increased by 194% year over year.

Westover police department

Item	Westover	West Virginia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	7	1,642	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.7	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 7 Westover police officers. This results in 1.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 43.5% less than the West Virginia average and 47.3% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in West Virginia

State	Total offenders	West Virginia_/100K	National_/100K
West Virginia	4,917	266	266

There are a total of 4,917 sex offenders in West Virginia. This yields a total of 266 sex offenders in West Virginia per 100,000 residents which is equal the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
White Hall, WV	1,216	37	168	205
Cassville, WV	1,042	50	224	273
Pleasant Valley, WV	3,165	70	314	384
Barrackville, WV	1,284	76	342	418
Cheat Lake, WV	9,559	93	419	513
Brookhaven, WV	6,293	97	436	534
Monongah, WV	1,088	104	468	572
Westover, WV	4,475	198	2,254	2,452

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Holtville, AL	4,476	185	778	963
South Greeley, WY	4,473	188	1,445	1,633
Watertown, MN	4,473	146	950	1,096
Berwick, LA	4,478	390	1,874	2,264
Viroqua, WI	4,472	68	1,830	1,898
Westover, WV	4,475	198	2,254	2,452

Source: The Westover, WV crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.