Canton, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Canton Police Department serves the city of Canton, MA in Norfolk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 650 violent crimes and 781 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 40.2 per 100k residents, which is 62.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 60.3 per 100k, 63.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate40.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents650 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents395 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate60.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents781 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents70 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate44.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents646 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents59 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 40.2 | A | 650 | 106.2 | -62.1% |
| Property Crime | 60.3 | A | 781 | 163.6 | -63.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.1 | C | 395 | 22.3 | +8.4% |
| Burglary | 8.0 | A | 70 | 24.0 | -66.5% |
| Larceny | 44.2 | A | 646 | 116.4 | -62.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.0 | A | 59 | 22.2 | -81.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover | 2 miles | A 51.1 | A 17.0 | Violent: 27.1% higher Property: 71.8% lower |
| Medway | 2 miles | A 14.7 | A 36.7 | Violent: 63.5% lower Property: 39.2% lower |
| Norwood | 2 miles | A 54.2 | A 66.9 | Violent: 34.7% higher Property: 10.9% higher |
| Plainville | 2 miles | B 91.0 | B 111.2 | Violent: 126.2% higher Property: 84.3% higher |
| Wellesley | 2 miles | A 9.6 | A 41.6 | Violent: 76.1% lower Property: 31.0% lower |