West Pottsgrove Township, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The West Pottsgrove Township Police Department serves the city of West Pottsgrove Township, PA in Montgomery County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 119 violent crimes and 330 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 105.8 per 100k residents, which is 0.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 158.7 per 100k, 3.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime 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 CAnnual Rate105.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents119 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate158.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents330 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate158.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents299 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 105.8 | C | 119 | 106.2 | -0.4% |
| Property Crime | 158.7 | C | 330 | 163.6 | -3.0% |
| Larceny | 158.7 | D | 299 | 116.4 | +36.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 0 miles | A 58.9 | D 196.5 | Violent: 44.3% lower Property: 23.8% higher |
| Bryn Athyn | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 75.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 52.2% lower |
| East Norriton Township | 0 miles | A 14.3 | A 100.3 | Violent: 86.5% lower Property: 36.8% lower |
| Horsham Township | 0 miles | A 7.5 | B 115.8 | Violent: 92.9% lower Property: 27.0% lower |
| Lower Gwynedd Township | 0 miles | A 8.1 | B 114.0 | Violent: 92.3% lower Property: 28.2% lower |