Somerset, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Somerset Police Department serves the city of Somerset, MA in Bristol County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 789 violent crimes and 705 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 82.4 per 100k residents, which is 22.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 60.4 per 100k, 63.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. 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 Rate82.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents789 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents131 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate60.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents705 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate38.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents610 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 82.4 | B | 789 | 106.2 | -22.4% |
| Property Crime | 60.4 | A | 705 | 163.6 | -63.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.5 | B | 131 | 22.3 | -26.0% |
| Burglary | 16.5 | B | 52 | 24.0 | -31.4% |
| Larceny | 38.4 | A | 610 | 116.4 | -67.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.5 | A | 41 | 22.2 | -75.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth | 0 miles | C 112.7 | B 115.6 | Violent: 36.8% higher Property: 91.3% higher |
| Dighton | 0 miles | A 48.6 | A 36.5 | Violent: 41.0% lower Property: 39.6% lower |
| Freetown | 0 miles | A 53.9 | A 21.5 | Violent: 34.6% lower Property: 64.3% lower |
| Mansfield | 0 miles | A 37.7 | A 71.2 | Violent: 54.2% lower Property: 17.8% higher |
| Fall River | 3 miles | F 220.5 | B 126.8 | Violent: 167.7% higher Property: 109.8% higher |