Halifax, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Halifax Police Department serves the city of Halifax, MA in Plymouth County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 183 violent crimes and 259 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 87.5 per 100k residents, which is 17.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 124.9 per 100k, 23.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 BRape
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BLarceny
Grade CMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade ACrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 87.5 | B | 183 | 106.2 | -17.7% |
| Property Crime | 124.9 | B | 259 | 163.6 | -23.6% |
| Rape | 12.5 | F | 7 | 3.5 | +253.2% |
| Larceny | 112.4 | C | 213 | 116.4 | -3.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.5 | A | 19 | 22.2 | -43.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanson | 3 miles | A 18.1 | A 9.1 | Violent: 79.2% lower Property: 92.7% lower |
| Abington | 6 miles | A 68.0 | A 79.4 | Violent: 22.2% lower Property: 36.5% lower |
| Carver | 6 miles | A 41.3 | A 24.8 | Violent: 52.8% lower Property: 80.2% lower |
| East Bridgewater | 6 miles | A 26.8 | A 40.3 | Violent: 69.3% lower Property: 67.8% lower |
| Hanover | 6 miles | A 19.5 | B 117.2 | Violent: 77.7% lower Property: 6.2% lower |