Lynn, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lynn Police Department serves the city of Lynn, MA in Essex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,341 violent crimes and 5,333 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 28.7 per 100k residents, which is 73.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 25.7 per 100k, 84.3% 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 48 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 AAnnual Rate28.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,341 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents150 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents351 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,928 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate25.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,333 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents882 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,681 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate2.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents753 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 28.7 | A | 6341 | 106.2 | -73.0% |
| Property Crime | 25.7 | A | 5333 | 163.6 | -84.3% |
| Rape | 1.0 | A | 150 | 3.5 | -72.0% |
| Robbery | 4.9 | B | 351 | 5.8 | -15.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.9 | A | 1928 | 22.3 | -55.6% |
| Burglary | 6.9 | A | 882 | 24.0 | -71.2% |
| Larceny | 16.8 | A | 3681 | 116.4 | -85.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2.0 | A | 753 | 22.2 | -91.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 48 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 2 |
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 7 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 20 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 3 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saugus | 3 miles | A 34.9 | B 108.3 | Violent: 21.9% higher Property: 321.3% higher |
| Peabody | 4 miles | B 78.0 | A 85.4 | Violent: 172.1% higher Property: 232.3% higher |
| Salem | 4 miles | B 84.4 | C 166.7 | Violent: 194.5% higher Property: 548.2% higher |
| Revere | 5 miles | C 96.3 | B 115.5 | Violent: 235.8% higher Property: 349.3% higher |
| Marblehead | 5 miles | A 59.3 | A 64.3 | Violent: 107.0% higher Property: 150.1% higher |