Ludlow, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ludlow Police Department serves the city of Ludlow, MA in Hampden County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 763 violent crimes and 935 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 71.3 per 100k residents, which is 32.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 104.6 per 100k, 36.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 BAnnual Rate71.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents763 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents14 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate104.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents935 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents131 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate66.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents716 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents84 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 71.3 | B | 763 | 106.2 | -32.9% |
| Property Crime | 104.6 | A | 935 | 163.6 | -36.1% |
| Rape | 4.8 | D | 14 | 3.5 | +34.3% |
| Burglary | 14.3 | A | 131 | 24.0 | -40.7% |
| Larceny | 66.5 | A | 716 | 116.4 | -42.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.8 | C | 84 | 22.2 | +7.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilbraham | 3 miles | C 96.1 | A 96.1 | Violent: 34.7% higher Property: 8.1% lower |
| Chicopee | 6 miles | D 134.4 | B 112.6 | Violent: 88.6% higher Property: 7.7% higher |
| South Hadley | 7 miles | B 78.8 | A 42.0 | Violent: 10.5% higher Property: 59.8% lower |
| Holyoke | 7 miles | F 403.1 | F 469.4 | Violent: 465.4% higher Property: 348.9% higher |
| Springfield | 7 miles | F 239.3 | F 271.0 | Violent: 235.6% higher Property: 159.2% higher |