Buffalo, NY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Buffalo Police Department serves the city of Buffalo, NY in Erie County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 38,380 violent crimes and 45,694 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 233.4 per 100k residents, which is 119.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 353.4 per 100k, 116.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 43 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 FAnnual Rate233.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents38,380 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade BAnnual Rate0.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents280 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents579 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate14.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents3,152 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate34.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents7,871 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate353.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents45,694 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate36.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents6,882 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate214.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents29,349 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate99.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,894 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 233.4 | F | 38380 | 106.2 | +119.8% |
| Property Crime | 353.4 | F | 45694 | 163.6 | +116.0% |
| Homicide | 0.4 | B | 280 | 0.5 | -32.4% |
| Rape | 2.2 | A | 579 | 3.5 | -38.6% |
| Robbery | 14.9 | F | 3152 | 5.8 | +155.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 34.8 | D | 7871 | 22.3 | +56.3% |
| Burglary | 36.2 | D | 6882 | 24.0 | +50.8% |
| Larceny | 214.9 | F | 29349 | 116.4 | +84.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 99.3 | F | 8894 | 22.2 | +347.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 43 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 2 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 5 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 18 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 5 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Town | 4 miles | A 62.9 | C 181.5 | Violent: 73.1% lower Property: 48.6% lower |
| Cheektowaga Town | 4 miles | C 107.2 | F 313.9 | Violent: 54.1% lower Property: 11.2% lower |
| Depew Village | 5 miles | B 87.2 | D 201.2 | Violent: 62.6% lower Property: 43.1% lower |
| Tonawanda Town | 6 miles | A 60.2 | B 140.0 | Violent: 74.2% lower Property: 60.4% lower |
| Lancaster Town | 6 miles | A 58.5 | A 91.5 | Violent: 74.9% lower Property: 74.1% lower |