Worcester, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Worcester Police Department serves the city of Worcester, MA in Worcester County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 15,650 violent crimes and 16,583 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 123.4 per 100k residents, which is 16.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 138.4 per 100k, 15.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 CAnnual Rate123.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents15,650 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade CAnnual Rate0.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents45 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents214 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents932 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate34.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents4,588 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate138.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents16,583 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate26.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,079 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate102.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents11,681 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,779 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 123.4 | C | 15650 | 106.2 | +16.2% |
| Property Crime | 138.4 | B | 16583 | 163.6 | -15.4% |
| Homicide | 0.5 | C | 45 | 0.5 | -9.9% |
| Rape | 2.4 | B | 214 | 3.5 | -31.6% |
| Robbery | 7.3 | D | 932 | 5.8 | +24.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 34.9 | D | 4588 | 22.3 | +56.6% |
| Burglary | 26.6 | C | 3079 | 24.0 | +10.8% |
| Larceny | 102.1 | B | 11681 | 116.4 | -12.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.7 | A | 1779 | 22.2 | -56.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 33 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 4 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 8 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 12 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury | 4 miles | A 17.2 | A 46.8 | Violent: 86.0% lower Property: 66.2% lower |
| Boylston | 4 miles | A 60.3 | A 40.2 | Violent: 51.2% lower Property: 71.0% lower |
| Auburn | 6 miles | A 59.6 | C 184.9 | Violent: 51.7% lower Property: 33.5% higher |
| Millbury | 6 miles | B 92.6 | C 170.9 | Violent: 25.0% lower Property: 23.5% higher |
| West Boylston | 7 miles | A 12.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 89.7% lower Property: N/A |