Northampton, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Northampton Police Department serves the city of Northampton, MA in Hampshire County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,746 violent crimes and 2,027 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 82.2 per 100k residents, which is 22.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 121.6 per 100k, 25.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 Rate82.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,746 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate26.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents407 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate121.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,027 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents225 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate98.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,691 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents87 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 82.2 | B | 1746 | 106.2 | -22.6% |
| Property Crime | 121.6 | B | 2027 | 163.6 | -25.7% |
| Rape | 6.6 | F | 98 | 3.5 | +85.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.3 | C | 407 | 22.3 | +18.2% |
| Burglary | 13.2 | A | 225 | 24.0 | -45.3% |
| Larceny | 98.6 | B | 1691 | 116.4 | -15.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.9 | A | 87 | 22.2 | -55.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Hindu | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belchertown | 2 miles | A 52.3 | A 13.1 | Violent: 36.4% lower Property: 89.3% lower |
| Goshen | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Granby | 2 miles | A 33.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 59.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Southampton | 2 miles | A 16.1 | A 64.5 | Violent: 80.4% lower Property: 47.0% lower |
| Williamsburg | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |