Wales, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wales Police Department serves the city of Wales, MA in Hampden County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 10 violent crimes and 15 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 55.3 per 100k residents, which is 47.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 55.3 per 100k, 66.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime 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 AAnnual Rate55.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents10 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate55.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents15 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 55.3 | A | 10 | 106.2 | -47.9% |
| Property Crime | 55.3 | A | 15 | 163.6 | -66.2% |
| Burglary | 55.3 | F | 7 | 24.0 | +130.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimfield | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Monson | 0 miles | D 147.9 | A 37.0 | Violent: 167.2% higher Property: 33.2% lower |
| Palmer | 0 miles | C 121.3 | A 80.9 | Violent: 119.3% higher Property: 46.2% higher |
| Southwick | 0 miles | A 65.0 | A 54.2 | Violent: 17.5% higher Property: 2.1% lower |
| Tolland | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |