New Bedford, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The New Bedford Police Department serves the city of New Bedford, MA in Bristol County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 13,728 violent crimes and 8,655 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 194.3 per 100k residents, which is 82.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 117.0 per 100k, 28.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery 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 FAnnual Rate194.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents13,728 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents576 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate29.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,115 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate117.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,655 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate19.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,462 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate78.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,134 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,013 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 194.3 | F | 13728 | 106.2 | +82.9% |
| Property Crime | 117.0 | B | 8655 | 163.6 | -28.5% |
| Robbery | 7.9 | D | 576 | 5.8 | +36.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 29.7 | D | 2115 | 22.3 | +33.6% |
| Burglary | 19.8 | B | 1462 | 24.0 | -17.5% |
| Larceny | 78.3 | B | 6134 | 116.4 | -32.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.8 | B | 1013 | 22.2 | -19.5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhaven | 3 miles | C 113.5 | B 132.5 | Violent: 41.6% lower Property: 13.2% higher |
| Acushnet | 4 miles | A 28.2 | A 94.0 | Violent: 85.5% lower Property: 19.6% lower |
| Westport | 8 miles | A 54.5 | A 36.4 | Violent: 71.9% lower Property: 68.9% lower |
| Dartmouth | 10 miles | C 112.7 | B 115.6 | Violent: 42.0% lower Property: 1.2% lower |
| Dighton | 10 miles | A 48.6 | A 36.5 | Violent: 75.0% lower Property: 68.8% lower |