Stoughton, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Stoughton Police Department serves the city of Stoughton, MA in Norfolk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,350 violent crimes and 1,424 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 65.5 per 100k residents, which is 38.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 79.3 per 100k, 51.5% 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 2 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 Rate65.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,350 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents60 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents46 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents270 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate79.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,424 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents155 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate62.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,067 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents196 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 65.5 | A | 1350 | 106.2 | -38.3% |
| Property Crime | 79.3 | A | 1424 | 163.6 | -51.5% |
| Rape | 3.5 | C | 60 | 3.5 | -2.4% |
| Robbery | 6.9 | C | 46 | 5.8 | +18.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.3 | A | 270 | 22.3 | -53.5% |
| Burglary | 10.3 | A | 155 | 24.0 | -57.0% |
| Larceny | 62.1 | A | 1067 | 116.4 | -46.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.9 | A | 196 | 22.2 | -68.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avon | 3 miles | A 21.1 | C 189.7 | Violent: 67.8% lower Property: 139.2% higher |
| Canton | 4 miles | A 40.2 | A 60.3 | Violent: 38.6% lower Property: 23.9% lower |
| Randolph | 4 miles | A 64.1 | A 100.7 | Violent: 2.1% lower Property: 27.0% higher |
| Sharon | 4 miles | A 59.6 | A 37.9 | Violent: 9.0% lower Property: 52.2% lower |
| Easton | 5 miles | A 15.7 | A 47.2 | Violent: 76.0% lower Property: 40.5% lower |