Dartmouth, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dartmouth Police Department serves the city of Dartmouth, MA in Bristol County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,823 violent crimes and 2,136 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 112.7 per 100k residents, which is 6.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 115.6 per 100k, 29.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 CAnnual Rate112.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,823 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents286 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate115.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,136 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents183 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate104.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,872 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents74 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 112.7 | C | 1823 | 106.2 | +6.1% |
| Property Crime | 115.6 | B | 2136 | 163.6 | -29.4% |
| Rape | 5.8 | F | 36 | 3.5 | +63.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.3 | B | 286 | 22.3 | -22.1% |
| Burglary | 5.8 | A | 183 | 24.0 | -75.9% |
| Larceny | 104.0 | B | 1872 | 116.4 | -10.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.8 | A | 74 | 22.2 | -73.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dighton | 0 miles | A 48.6 | A 36.5 | Violent: 56.8% lower Property: 68.4% lower |
| Freetown | 0 miles | A 53.9 | A 21.5 | Violent: 52.2% lower Property: 81.4% lower |
| Mansfield | 0 miles | A 37.7 | A 71.2 | Violent: 66.6% lower Property: 38.4% lower |
| Somerset | 0 miles | B 82.4 | A 60.4 | Violent: 26.9% lower Property: 47.7% lower |
| Fall River | 3 miles | F 220.5 | B 126.8 | Violent: 95.7% higher Property: 9.7% higher |