Franklin County, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Franklin County in PA is served by 12 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 5,194 violent crimes and 5,664 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 60.2 per 100k residents, which is 43.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 67.3 per 100k, 58.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate60.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,194 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade AAnnual Rate0.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents20 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents244 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents90 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents544 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate67.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,664 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents724 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate51.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,636 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents264 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 60.2 | A | 5194 | 106.2 | -43.3% |
| Property Crime | 67.3 | A | 5664 | 163.6 | -58.9% |
| Homicide | 0.2 | A | 20 | 0.5 | -69.3% |
| Rape | 3.1 | B | 244 | 3.5 | -13.0% |
| Robbery | 1.5 | A | 90 | 5.8 | -74.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.8 | A | 544 | 22.3 | -74.0% |
| Burglary | 6.8 | A | 724 | 24.0 | -71.5% |
| Larceny | 51.4 | A | 4636 | 116.4 | -55.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.2 | A | 264 | 22.2 | -67.6% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Franklin County Sheriff's Office
Chambersburg Police Department
Chambersburg, PA
Greencastle Police Department
Greencastle, PA
Waynesboro Police Department
Waynesboro, PA
Mercersburg Police Department
Mercersburg, PA