Brockton, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Brockton Police Department serves the city of Brockton, MA in Plymouth County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,482 violent crimes and 9,332 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 162.5 per 100k residents, which is 53.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 165.2 per 100k, 1.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 DAnnual Rate162.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,482 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents352 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents504 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate44.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,739 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate165.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents9,332 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate28.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,289 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate107.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,758 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,218 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 162.5 | D | 9482 | 106.2 | +53.0% |
| Property Crime | 165.2 | C | 9332 | 163.6 | +1.0% |
| Homicide | 1.8 | F | 32 | 0.5 | +245.3% |
| Rape | 3.7 | C | 352 | 3.5 | +3.8% |
| Robbery | 8.3 | D | 504 | 5.8 | +42.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 44.1 | F | 2739 | 22.3 | +98.0% |
| Burglary | 28.5 | C | 1289 | 24.0 | +18.4% |
| Larceny | 107.4 | C | 5758 | 116.4 | -7.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.4 | D | 2218 | 22.2 | +32.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avon | 3 miles | A 21.1 | C 189.7 | Violent: 87.0% lower Property: 14.8% higher |
| Whitman | 4 miles | A 68.8 | A 31.3 | Violent: 57.6% lower Property: 81.1% lower |
| Holbrook | 4 miles | D 159.3 | B 123.9 | Violent: 2.0% lower Property: 25.0% lower |
| Easton | 5 miles | A 15.7 | A 47.2 | Violent: 90.3% lower Property: 71.4% lower |
| Stoughton | 5 miles | A 65.5 | A 79.3 | Violent: 59.7% lower Property: 52.0% lower |