Lovely, KY Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 100% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Lovely Safe?
Yes — Lovely is extremely safe
One of the safest cities in the country, with crime rates significantly below the national average.
Lovely has a crime rate that is 55% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 700.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 700
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
62% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 282
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
81% lower than national average
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Lovely Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
43 | -57% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
36 | -64% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
33 | -67% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
13 | -87% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
10 | -90% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Lovely Crime Map
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Lovely Crime by Zip Code
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Lovely, KY?
Lovely, KY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 55% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 700 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 282 chance for property crime. Lovely has lower crime than 100% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Lovely, KY safe to live in?
Lovely is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Lovely is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Lovely?
The estimated violent crime rate in Lovely is 142.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 62% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 700 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.2 per 100K (57% below average); aggravated assault at 103.1 per 100K (62% below average); robbery at 26.6 per 100K (64% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Lovely?
The estimated property crime rate in Lovely is 354.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 81% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 282 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 139.7 per 100K (48% below average); larceny/theft at 182.5 per 100K (87% below average); vehicle theft at 32.6 per 100K (90% below average).
How does Lovely crime compare to the national average?
Lovely's overall crime rate is 55% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (48% below average), while vehicle theft is 90% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Lovely has lower crime than 100% of them.
Is Lovely safe to visit?
Lovely is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 81% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Lovely crime compare to the rest of Kentucky?
Kentucky as a whole has crime that is 18% above the national average. Lovely's crime rate is 55% below the national average, making it safer the typical Kentucky city.
What type of crime is most common in Lovely?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Lovely, with an estimated rate of 182.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 87% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (355 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (143 per 100K) in Lovely, which is consistent with national trends.