Holden, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Holden Police Department serves the city of Holden, MA in Worcester County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 226 violent crimes and 179 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 20.1 per 100k residents, which is 81.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 20.1 per 100k, 87.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 AAnnual Rate20.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents226 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate20.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents179 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate15.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents122 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 20.1 | A | 226 | 106.2 | -81.1% |
| Property Crime | 20.1 | A | 179 | 163.6 | -87.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.0 | A | 49 | 22.3 | -54.9% |
| Burglary | 5.0 | A | 29 | 24.0 | -79.1% |
| Larceny | 15.0 | A | 122 | 116.4 | -87.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paxton | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 19.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 1.3% lower |
| Berlin | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 42.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 109.8% higher |
| Brookfield | 5 miles | A 58.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 189.7% higher Property: N/A |
| Douglas | 5 miles | B 75.5 | A 21.6 | Violent: 276.6% higher Property: 7.6% higher |
| Hardwick | 5 miles | A 37.5 | A 37.5 | Violent: 87.0% higher Property: 87.0% higher |