Manchester, NH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Manchester Police Department serves the city of Manchester, NH in Hillsborough County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 12,467 violent crimes and 12,858 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 154.0 per 100k residents, which is 45.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 141.8 per 100k, 13.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 11 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 DHomicide
Grade FRape
Grade FRobbery
Grade CAggravated Assault
Grade AProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BBurglary
Grade ALarceny
Grade CMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade ACrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 154.0 | D | 12467 | 106.2 | +45.0% |
| Property Crime | 141.8 | B | 12858 | 163.6 | -13.3% |
| Homicide | 1.7 | F | 26 | 0.5 | +226.6% |
| Rape | 8.7 | F | 327 | 3.5 | +146.0% |
| Robbery | 6.1 | C | 509 | 5.8 | +4.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.9 | A | 1904 | 22.3 | -37.5% |
| Burglary | 9.6 | A | 1237 | 24.0 | -60.2% |
| Larceny | 121.8 | C | 10536 | 116.4 | +4.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.4 | A | 1013 | 22.2 | -52.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 11 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford | 3 miles | A 62.9 | A 54.5 | Violent: 59.2% lower Property: 61.6% lower |
| Goffstown | 4 miles | A 53.9 | A 37.7 | Violent: 65.0% lower Property: 73.4% lower |
| Hooksett | 5 miles | A 61.4 | A 40.9 | Violent: 60.1% lower Property: 71.1% lower |
| Merrimack | 9 miles | A 16.9 | A 61.0 | Violent: 89.0% lower Property: 57.0% lower |
| Derry | 9 miles | C 122.0 | A 81.3 | Violent: 20.7% lower Property: 42.6% lower |