Chambersburg, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Chambersburg Police Department serves the city of Chambersburg, PA in Franklin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 754 violent crimes and 1,568 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 112.0 per 100k residents, which is 5.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 116.5 per 100k, 28.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 Rate112.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents754 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate9.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents44 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate26.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents155 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate116.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,568 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate22.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents187 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate85.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,318 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 112.0 | C | 754 | 106.2 | +5.5% |
| Property Crime | 116.5 | B | 1568 | 163.6 | -28.8% |
| Rape | 4.5 | D | 22 | 3.5 | +26.7% |
| Robbery | 9.0 | D | 44 | 5.8 | +54.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.9 | D | 155 | 22.3 | +20.8% |
| Burglary | 22.4 | C | 187 | 24.0 | -6.8% |
| Larceny | 85.1 | B | 1318 | 116.4 | -26.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.5 | A | 52 | 22.2 | -79.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waynesboro | 3 miles | C 108.8 | B 136.0 | Violent: 2.8% lower Property: 16.8% higher |
| Greencastle | 11 miles | A 23.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 78.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Mercersburg | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Carroll Valley | 19 miles | A 22.1 | A 44.2 | Violent: 80.3% lower Property: 62.1% lower |
| Newville | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |