Newport, RI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Newport Police Department serves the city of Newport, RI in Newport County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,007 violent crimes and 2,115 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 142.6 per 100k residents, which is 34.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 97.8 per 100k, 40.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 8 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 DAnnual Rate142.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,007 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents199 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate97.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,115 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents289 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate89.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,714 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 142.6 | D | 2007 | 106.2 | +34.2% |
| Property Crime | 97.8 | A | 2115 | 163.6 | -40.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.2 | A | 199 | 22.3 | -45.1% |
| Burglary | 8.2 | A | 289 | 24.0 | -66.1% |
| Larceny | 89.6 | B | 1714 | 116.4 | -23.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middletown | 2 miles | A 23.9 | A 65.7 | Violent: 83.2% lower Property: 32.8% lower |
| Jamestown | 3 miles | A 36.0 | A 54.0 | Violent: 74.7% lower Property: 44.7% lower |
| Portsmouth | 7 miles | A 51.1 | A 17.0 | Violent: 64.2% lower Property: 82.6% lower |
| Little Compton | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| South Kingstown | 10 miles | A 37.2 | A 31.0 | Violent: 73.9% lower Property: 68.3% lower |