Blackey, KY is a small town located in the southeastern part of the state. Despite its small population, the town has unfortunately been affected by crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Blackey, KY is 8.5, well below the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Blackey are less likely to experience violent crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery compared to the rest of the country. However, the town does have a higher property crime rate of 20, compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While these numbers may seem concerning, they are relatively low compared to other areas in the country. Despite the crime rate, Blackey, KY is still a close-knit community where residents look out for one another and strive to make their town a safe place to live.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Blackey violent crime is 8.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Blackey property crime is 20.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Blackey, Kentucky does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Whitesburg, Kentucky. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Whitesburg, Kentucky. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.