Agawam, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Agawam Police Department serves the city of Agawam, MA in Hampden County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,368 violent crimes and 1,805 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 80.9 per 100k residents, which is 23.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 126.6 per 100k, 22.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 BAnnual Rate80.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,368 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents346 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate126.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,805 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents588 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate70.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,062 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents146 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 80.9 | B | 1368 | 106.2 | -23.8% |
| Property Crime | 126.6 | B | 1805 | 163.6 | -22.6% |
| Robbery | 3.5 | A | 29 | 5.8 | -39.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.1 | C | 346 | 22.3 | -5.2% |
| Burglary | 35.2 | D | 588 | 24.0 | +46.4% |
| Larceny | 70.3 | A | 1062 | 116.4 | -39.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.1 | C | 146 | 22.2 | -4.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Springfield | 2 miles | B 94.7 | D 248.9 | Violent: 17.0% higher Property: 96.6% higher |
| Springfield | 4 miles | F 239.3 | F 271.0 | Violent: 195.8% higher Property: 114.0% higher |
| Brimfield | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Monson | 4 miles | D 147.9 | A 37.0 | Violent: 82.8% higher Property: 70.8% lower |
| Palmer | 4 miles | C 121.3 | A 80.9 | Violent: 50.0% higher Property: 36.1% lower |