Erie County, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Erie County in PA is served by 18 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 10,598 violent crimes and 16,317 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 34.7 per 100k residents, which is 67.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 88.0 per 100k, 46.2% 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 AAnnual Rate34.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents10,598 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents409 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents444 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,750 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate88.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents16,317 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,021 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate70.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents13,338 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents842 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 34.7 | A | 10598 | 106.2 | -67.3% |
| Property Crime | 88.0 | A | 16317 | 163.6 | -46.2% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 49 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.3 | A | 409 | 3.5 | -91.6% |
| Robbery | 3.3 | A | 444 | 5.8 | -43.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.4 | A | 2750 | 22.3 | -48.9% |
| Burglary | 8.1 | A | 2021 | 24.0 | -66.2% |
| Larceny | 70.8 | A | 13338 | 116.4 | -39.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.0 | A | 842 | 22.2 | -59.4% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Erie County Sheriff's Office
Corry Police Department
Corry, PA
Erie Police Department
Erie, PA
Millcreek Township, Erie County
North East Police Department
North East, PA
Wesleyville Police Department
Wesleyville, PA
Lawrence Park Township Police Department
Lawrence Park Township, PA
Union City Police Department
Union City, PA
Edinboro Police Department
Edinboro, PA
Girard Police Department
Girard, PA
Lake City Police Department
Lake City, PA