Lincoln, RI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lincoln Police Department serves the city of Lincoln, RI in Providence County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 662 violent crimes and 1,290 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 83.6 per 100k residents, which is 21.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 110.0 per 100k, 32.8% 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 2 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 BAnnual Rate83.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents662 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate110.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,290 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents130 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate83.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,031 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.6 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 | 83.6 | B | 662 | 106.2 | -21.3% |
| Property Crime | 110.0 | B | 1290 | 163.6 | -32.8% |
| Burglary | 8.8 | A | 130 | 24.0 | -63.4% |
| Larceny | 83.6 | B | 1031 | 116.4 | -28.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.6 | B | 125 | 22.2 | -20.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Falls | 2 miles | D 128.7 | A 93.2 | Violent: 54.0% higher Property: 15.3% lower |
| Cumberland | 2 miles | A 16.4 | A 35.6 | Violent: 80.3% lower Property: 67.6% lower |
| Pawtucket | 2 miles | C 114.5 | B 126.5 | Violent: 37.0% higher Property: 15.0% higher |
| North Providence | 4 miles | A 59.0 | A 64.9 | Violent: 29.4% lower Property: 41.0% lower |
| Smithfield | 7 miles | A 27.3 | A 31.8 | Violent: 67.4% lower Property: 71.1% lower |