Mechanicsburg, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Mechanicsburg Police Department serves the city of Mechanicsburg, PA in Cumberland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 515 violent crimes and 511 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 112.3 per 100k residents, which is 5.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 143.0 per 100k, 12.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 CProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BBurglary
Grade ALarceny
Grade BMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade CCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 112.3 | C | 515 | 106.2 | +5.8% |
| Property Crime | 143.0 | B | 511 | 163.6 | -12.6% |
| Burglary | 10.2 | A | 53 | 24.0 | -57.5% |
| Larceny | 102.1 | B | 440 | 116.4 | -12.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.4 | C | 13 | 22.2 | -7.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Spring Township | 2 miles | A 46.6 | A 83.9 | Violent: 58.5% lower Property: 41.3% lower |
| Hampden Township | 2 miles | A 5.8 | A 17.4 | Violent: 94.8% lower Property: 87.8% lower |
| Upper Allen Township | 2 miles | A 50.4 | A 37.8 | Violent: 55.1% lower Property: 73.6% lower |
| Shiremanstown | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Camp Hill | 5 miles | A 12.1 | A 97.1 | Violent: 89.2% lower Property: 32.1% lower |