Braintree, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Braintree Police Department serves the city of Braintree, MA in Norfolk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,164 violent crimes and 2,246 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 77.8 per 100k residents, which is 26.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 129.7 per 100k, 20.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 19 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 Rate77.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,164 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents31 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate5.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents363 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate129.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,246 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate25.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents197 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate101.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,916 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate2.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents132 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 77.8 | B | 1164 | 106.2 | -26.7% |
| Property Crime | 129.7 | B | 2246 | 163.6 | -20.7% |
| Rape | 2.6 | B | 31 | 3.5 | -26.8% |
| Robbery | 5.2 | B | 22 | 5.8 | -10.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.2 | B | 363 | 22.3 | -18.4% |
| Burglary | 25.9 | C | 197 | 24.0 | +8.0% |
| Larceny | 101.2 | B | 1916 | 116.4 | -13.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2.6 | A | 132 | 22.2 | -88.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 19 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 4 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 5 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weymouth | 2 miles | A 55.4 | A 90.1 | Violent: 28.8% lower Property: 30.6% lower |
| Quincy | 3 miles | B 77.1 | B 117.1 | Violent: 0.9% lower Property: 9.7% lower |
| Randolph | 4 miles | A 64.1 | A 100.7 | Violent: 17.6% lower Property: 22.3% lower |
| Holbrook | 5 miles | D 159.3 | B 123.9 | Violent: 104.6% higher Property: 4.5% lower |
| Milton | 5 miles | A 14.1 | A 59.8 | Violent: 81.9% lower Property: 53.9% lower |