Norwich, CT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Norwich Police Department serves the city of Norwich, CT in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,187 violent crimes and 2,866 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 192.5 per 100k residents, which is 81.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 120.0 per 100k, 26.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FRape
Grade DAggravated Assault
Grade AProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BBurglary
Grade DLarceny
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade ACrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 192.5 | F | 4187 | 106.2 | +81.2% |
| Property Crime | 120.0 | B | 2866 | 163.6 | -26.7% |
| Rape | 5.0 | D | 113 | 3.5 | +41.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.5 | A | 373 | 22.3 | -66.3% |
| Burglary | 37.5 | D | 627 | 24.0 | +56.1% |
| Larceny | 75.0 | A | 1932 | 116.4 | -35.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.5 | A | 270 | 22.2 | -66.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Lyme | 3 miles | A 10.6 | A 52.8 | Violent: 94.5% lower Property: 56.0% lower |
| Groton Long Point | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| New London | 11 miles | A 60.0 | B 137.7 | Violent: 68.8% lower Property: 14.8% higher |
| Groton | 11 miles | C 107.0 | A 42.8 | Violent: 44.4% lower Property: 64.3% lower |
| Waterford | 12 miles | A 61.2 | B 107.0 | Violent: 68.2% lower Property: 10.8% lower |