Taunton, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Taunton Police Department serves the city of Taunton, MA in Bristol County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,829 violent crimes and 2,282 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 79.5 per 100k residents, which is 25.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 66.3 per 100k, 59.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 Rate79.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,829 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents109 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,065 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate66.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,282 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents329 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate51.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,667 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents273 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 79.5 | B | 2829 | 106.2 | -25.1% |
| Property Crime | 66.3 | A | 2282 | 163.6 | -59.5% |
| Rape | 1.7 | A | 109 | 3.5 | -53.1% |
| Robbery | 1.7 | A | 81 | 5.8 | -71.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.9 | C | 1065 | 22.3 | +11.7% |
| Burglary | 8.3 | A | 329 | 24.0 | -65.5% |
| Larceny | 51.4 | A | 1667 | 116.4 | -55.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.6 | A | 273 | 22.2 | -70.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raynham | 2 miles | A 44.6 | A 70.1 | Violent: 43.9% lower Property: 5.7% higher |
| Berkley | 4 miles | A 29.3 | A 14.6 | Violent: 63.2% lower Property: 77.9% lower |
| Norton | 7 miles | A 20.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 73.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Lakeville | 8 miles | A 15.9 | A 39.7 | Violent: 80.0% lower Property: 40.1% lower |
| Bridgewater | 8 miles | A 54.2 | B 130.1 | Violent: 31.8% lower Property: 96.4% higher |