Chelsea, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Chelsea Police Department serves the city of Chelsea, MA in Suffolk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,416 violent crimes and 3,134 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 253.7 per 100k residents, which is 138.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 155.9 per 100k, 4.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 FAnnual Rate253.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,416 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents141 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents297 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate71.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,043 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate155.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,134 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents433 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate118.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,320 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents365 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 253.7 | F | 4416 | 106.2 | +138.9% |
| Property Crime | 155.9 | C | 3134 | 163.6 | -4.7% |
| Rape | 10.6 | F | 141 | 3.5 | +198.9% |
| Robbery | 10.6 | F | 297 | 5.8 | +81.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 71.4 | F | 1043 | 22.3 | +220.6% |
| Burglary | 7.9 | A | 433 | 24.0 | -67.0% |
| Larceny | 118.9 | C | 2320 | 116.4 | +2.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.1 | D | 365 | 22.2 | +31.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | 0 miles | F 212.3 | C 173.8 | Violent: 16.3% lower Property: 11.4% higher |
| Winthrop | 4 miles | A 32.9 | A 87.8 | Violent: 87.0% lower Property: 43.7% lower |
| Cambridge | 5 miles | C 116.8 | C 179.9 | Violent: 53.9% lower Property: 15.4% higher |
| Somerville | 5 miles | A 41.5 | B 125.8 | Violent: 83.6% lower Property: 19.3% lower |
| Revere | 5 miles | C 96.3 | B 115.5 | Violent: 62.1% lower Property: 25.9% lower |