Morristown, OH, a small rural town, has been experiencing a rise in crime rates in recent years. According to the background information provided, the town has a higher than average rate of violent crime, at 10.5, compared to the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Morristown are more likely to be victims of violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. The town also has a slightly higher than average rate of property crime at 36.5, compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. The increase in crime has caused concern among the community and has led to efforts by local law enforcement to address the issue and keep residents safe. Despite the challenges, the town continues to work towards creating a safer environment for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Morristown violent crime is 10.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Morristown property crime is 36.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Morristown, Ohio does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Bethesda, Ohio. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Bethesda, Ohio. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.