Fall River, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fall River Police Department serves the city of Fall River, MA in Bristol County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,826 violent crimes and 5,603 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 220.5 per 100k residents, which is 107.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 126.8 per 100k, 22.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape 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 FAnnual Rate220.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,826 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents280 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents478 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate70.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,449 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate126.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,603 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate19.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,679 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate95.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,992 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents836 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 220.5 | F | 9826 | 106.2 | +107.6% |
| Property Crime | 126.8 | B | 5603 | 163.6 | -22.5% |
| Homicide | 1.1 | F | 16 | 0.5 | +100.8% |
| Rape | 2.1 | A | 280 | 3.5 | -39.8% |
| Robbery | 5.3 | C | 478 | 5.8 | -8.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 70.3 | F | 3449 | 22.3 | +215.9% |
| Burglary | 19.2 | B | 1679 | 24.0 | -20.2% |
| Larceny | 95.9 | B | 2992 | 116.4 | -17.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.7 | A | 836 | 22.2 | -47.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth | 3 miles | C 112.7 | B 115.6 | Violent: 48.9% lower Property: 8.8% lower |
| Dighton | 3 miles | A 48.6 | A 36.5 | Violent: 77.9% lower Property: 71.2% lower |
| Freetown | 3 miles | A 53.9 | A 21.5 | Violent: 75.6% lower Property: 83.0% lower |
| Mansfield | 3 miles | A 37.7 | A 71.2 | Violent: 82.9% lower Property: 43.8% lower |
| Somerset | 3 miles | B 82.4 | A 60.4 | Violent: 62.6% lower Property: 52.3% lower |