Erie, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Erie Police Department serves the city of Erie, PA in Erie County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,506 violent crimes and 7,928 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 130.2 per 100k residents, which is 22.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 156.1 per 100k, 4.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 10 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 DAnnual Rate130.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,506 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents207 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents374 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate25.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,870 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate156.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,928 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,108 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate117.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,163 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.4 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 | 130.2 | D | 6506 | 106.2 | +22.6% |
| Property Crime | 156.1 | C | 7928 | 163.6 | -4.6% |
| Rape | 2.1 | A | 207 | 3.5 | -39.2% |
| Robbery | 9.7 | F | 374 | 5.8 | +66.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 25.8 | C | 1870 | 22.3 | +16.1% |
| Burglary | 18.3 | B | 1108 | 24.0 | -23.8% |
| Larceny | 117.3 | C | 6163 | 116.4 | +0.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.4 | C | 560 | 22.2 | -7.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Protestant | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Park Township | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Girard | 1 miles | A 33.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 73.9% lower Property: N/A |
| Wesleyville | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 127.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 18.5% lower |
| North East | 14 miles | A 49.6 | C 173.8 | Violent: 61.9% lower Property: 11.4% higher |
| Lake City | 15 miles | A 34.9 | A 69.8 | Violent: 73.2% lower Property: 55.3% lower |