Shrewsbury, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Shrewsbury Police Department serves the city of Shrewsbury, MA in Worcester County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 347 violent crimes and 1,056 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 17.2 per 100k residents, which is 83.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 46.8 per 100k, 71.4% 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 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 AAnnual Rate17.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents347 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents25 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate46.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,056 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents104 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate41.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents847 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate2.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents104 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 17.2 | A | 347 | 106.2 | -83.8% |
| Property Crime | 46.8 | A | 1056 | 163.6 | -71.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.8 | A | 25 | 22.3 | -55.8% |
| Burglary | 2.5 | A | 104 | 24.0 | -89.8% |
| Larceny | 41.8 | A | 847 | 116.4 | -64.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2.5 | A | 104 | 22.2 | -88.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boylston | 3 miles | A 60.3 | A 40.2 | Violent: 250.1% higher Property: 14.1% lower |
| Worcester | 4 miles | C 123.4 | B 138.4 | Violent: 616.8% higher Property: 196.1% higher |
| Northborough | 6 miles | A 6.4 | A 82.8 | Violent: 63.0% lower Property: 77.2% higher |
| Westborough | 6 miles | A 55.6 | A 74.2 | Violent: 223.1% higher Property: 58.7% higher |
| Grafton | 6 miles | A 50.1 | A 5.0 | Violent: 190.8% higher Property: 89.3% lower |