Chester, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Chester Police Department serves the city of Chester, PA in Delaware County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,186 violent crimes and 2,890 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 115.1 per 100k residents, which is 8.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 168.2 per 100k, 2.8% above 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 Rate115.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,186 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate3.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate5.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents58 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents331 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate59.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents917 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate168.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,890 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents585 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate91.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,692 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate59.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents560 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 115.1 | C | 2186 | 106.2 | +8.3% |
| Property Crime | 168.2 | C | 2890 | 163.6 | +2.8% |
| Homicide | 3.0 | F | 72 | 0.5 | +453.6% |
| Rape | 5.9 | F | 58 | 3.5 | +66.8% |
| Robbery | 8.8 | D | 331 | 5.8 | +52.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 59.0 | F | 917 | 22.3 | +165.1% |
| Burglary | 14.8 | A | 585 | 24.0 | -38.6% |
| Larceny | 91.5 | B | 1692 | 116.4 | -21.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 59.0 | F | 560 | 22.2 | +166.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upland | 1 miles | D 165.4 | A 99.3 | Violent: 43.8% higher Property: 41.0% lower |
| Parkside | 2 miles | B 87.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 24.1% lower Property: N/A |
| Brookhaven | 2 miles | A 36.2 | C 157.0 | Violent: 68.5% lower Property: 6.6% lower |
| Trainer | 3 miles | A 51.4 | A 51.4 | Violent: 55.3% lower Property: 69.4% lower |
| Nether Providence Township | 3 miles | A 7.0 | A 27.8 | Violent: 94.0% lower Property: 83.5% lower |