Lucas County Crime & Safety
Lucas County, Ohio
FBI UCRSafety Score
5/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
High Crime
Total Crime Rate
3536.2
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
774.9
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
2761.3
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
5/100
Higher = safer
State avg 51/100
State Safety Rank
#87
of 88 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Lucas County, Ohio
Lucas County Faces Public Safety Challenges
Lucas County faces significant public safety challenges with a safety score of 94.4. The total crime rate of 3,536.2 per 100K is considerably higher than the national average of 2,385.5.
Crime Rates Exceed Ohio State Average
Lucas County ranks below the Ohio state average safety score of 97.8. Its total crime rate of 3,536.2 per 100K is more than double the statewide average of 1,412.3.
Lucas County Sees Concentration of Incidents
Lucas County reports much higher crime rates than its regional neighbors like Lorain or Licking. Recent data shows a concentrated need for enhanced public safety measures compared to surrounding areas.
Violent and Property Crime Breakdown
Violent crime is a major concern at 774.9 per 100K, more than double the national average. Property crime is also elevated, reaching 2,761.3 incidents per 100K residents.
Layered Defense for Lucas County Homes
In higher-activity areas, layered security is the best defense for homeowners. Using a mix of alarms, cameras, and reinforced entries can significantly reduce the risk of property loss.
Crime Advisory: Lucas County
Safety Verdict
Lucas County has a safety score of 5/100, indicating a higher crime area with high overall crime (3536.2 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 774.9 per 100K and property crime at 2761.3 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, property crime is notably higher.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 17 law enforcement agencies in Lucas County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Ohio, total crime is 150% above the Ohio average and its safety score is 46 points below the state mean.
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Data Sources
Crime data sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (UCR) and County Health Rankings. Safety scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Not legal or security advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.