Cohasset, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Cohasset Police Department serves the city of Cohasset, MA in Norfolk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 130 violent crimes and 214 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 23.9 per 100k residents, which is 77.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 107.4 per 100k, 34.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 AAnnual Rate23.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents130 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents30 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate107.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents214 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate95.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents172 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 23.9 | A | 130 | 106.2 | -77.5% |
| Property Crime | 107.4 | B | 214 | 163.6 | -34.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.9 | A | 30 | 22.3 | -46.4% |
| Burglary | 11.9 | A | 37 | 24.0 | -50.4% |
| Larceny | 95.5 | B | 172 | 116.4 | -18.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hull | 3 miles | A 37.7 | A 28.3 | Violent: 57.8% higher Property: 73.7% lower |
| Scituate | 3 miles | A 24.9 | A 19.9 | Violent: 4.4% higher Property: 81.4% lower |
| Hingham | 5 miles | A 67.8 | A 79.7 | Violent: 183.8% higher Property: 25.8% lower |
| Norwell | 6 miles | A 25.6 | A 25.6 | Violent: 7.2% higher Property: 76.2% lower |
| Weymouth | 8 miles | A 55.4 | A 90.1 | Violent: 132.3% higher Property: 16.1% lower |