Pottstown, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pottstown Police Department serves the city of Pottstown, PA in Montgomery County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,659 violent crimes and 2,873 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 154.2 per 100k residents, which is 45.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 312.6 per 100k, 91.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 DAnnual Rate154.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,659 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate30.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents118 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents464 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate312.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,873 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate25.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents340 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate274.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,314 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents198 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 154.2 | D | 1659 | 106.2 | +45.2% |
| Property Crime | 312.6 | F | 2873 | 163.6 | +91.1% |
| Robbery | 30.0 | F | 118 | 5.8 | +415.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.0 | D | 464 | 22.3 | +34.7% |
| Burglary | 25.7 | C | 340 | 24.0 | +7.0% |
| Larceny | 274.1 | F | 2314 | 116.4 | +135.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.8 | A | 198 | 22.2 | -42.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 0 miles | A 58.9 | D 196.5 | Violent: 61.8% lower Property: 37.2% lower |
| Bryn Athyn | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 75.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.7% lower |
| East Norriton Township | 0 miles | A 14.3 | A 100.3 | Violent: 90.7% lower Property: 67.9% lower |
| Horsham Township | 0 miles | A 7.5 | B 115.8 | Violent: 95.2% lower Property: 63.0% lower |
| Lower Gwynedd Township | 0 miles | A 8.1 | B 114.0 | Violent: 94.7% lower Property: 63.6% lower |