Crime & Safety in Elsmere
Elsmere's crime picture runs real, current, and genuinely elevated relative to both Delaware and national norms -- this record discloses that directly.
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Learn moreA genuinely elevated overall crime rate
NeighborhoodScout cited an overall rate of 28 per 1,000 residents -- "one of the highest crime rates in America" per that source, with more than 71% of Delaware communities running lower.
A notable motor-vehicle-theft citation
Elsmere was cited as having one of the highest motor-vehicle-theft rates in the nation, per NeighborhoodScout.
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Key takeaways
- Elsmere's overall crime rate runs genuinely, substantially elevated per NeighborhoodScout.
- A notable, specific motor-vehicle-theft citation adds further disclosed context.
- Confirm current, address-specific crime data directly with local law enforcement.
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