Monson, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Monson Police Department serves the city of Monson, MA in Hampden County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 367 violent crimes and 212 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 147.9 per 100k residents, which is 39.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 37.0 per 100k, 77.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 DAnnual Rate147.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents367 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate49.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents107 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate37.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents212 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate24.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents117 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 147.9 | D | 367 | 106.2 | +39.2% |
| Property Crime | 37.0 | A | 212 | 163.6 | -77.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 49.3 | F | 107 | 22.3 | +121.5% |
| Larceny | 24.6 | A | 117 | 116.4 | -78.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.3 | A | 35 | 22.2 | -44.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimfield | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Palmer | 0 miles | C 121.3 | A 80.9 | Violent: 17.9% lower Property: 118.8% higher |
| Southwick | 0 miles | A 65.0 | A 54.2 | Violent: 56.0% lower Property: 46.6% higher |
| Tolland | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Wales | 0 miles | A 55.3 | A 55.3 | Violent: 62.6% lower Property: 49.7% higher |