Lower Paxton Township, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lower Paxton Township Police Department serves the city of Lower Paxton Township, PA in Dauphin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,192 violent crimes and 1,877 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 68.8 per 100k residents, which is 35.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 88.8 per 100k, 45.7% 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 Rate68.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,192 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents62 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents192 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate88.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,877 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents148 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate81.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,600 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate3.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents125 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 68.8 | A | 1192 | 106.2 | -35.2% |
| Property Crime | 88.8 | A | 1877 | 163.6 | -45.7% |
| Rape | 1.8 | A | 62 | 3.5 | -48.8% |
| Robbery | 1.8 | A | 49 | 5.8 | -68.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 3.6 | A | 192 | 22.3 | -83.7% |
| Burglary | 3.6 | A | 148 | 24.0 | -84.9% |
| Larceny | 81.5 | B | 1600 | 116.4 | -29.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3.6 | A | 125 | 22.2 | -83.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penbrook | 2 miles | C 122.8 | C 184.3 | Violent: 78.5% higher Property: 107.6% higher |
| Harrisburg | 3 miles | F 187.1 | F 270.8 | Violent: 171.8% higher Property: 205.0% higher |
| Swatara Township | 4 miles | C 108.1 | F 307.4 | Violent: 57.1% higher Property: 246.4% higher |
| Steelton | 5 miles | F 192.4 | B 128.3 | Violent: 179.5% higher Property: 44.5% higher |
| New Cumberland | 6 miles | A 52.5 | A 26.3 | Violent: 23.7% lower Property: 70.4% lower |