Pawtucket, RI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pawtucket Police Department serves the city of Pawtucket, RI in Providence County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,830 violent crimes and 7,551 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 114.5 per 100k residents, which is 7.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 126.5 per 100k, 22.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 CAnnual Rate114.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,830 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents232 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents198 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents896 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate126.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,551 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents997 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate90.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,460 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate30.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,034 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 114.5 | C | 4830 | 106.2 | +7.8% |
| Property Crime | 126.5 | B | 7551 | 163.6 | -22.7% |
| Rape | 4.0 | C | 232 | 3.5 | +12.8% |
| Robbery | 6.7 | C | 198 | 5.8 | +14.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.3 | C | 896 | 22.3 | -4.3% |
| Burglary | 5.3 | A | 997 | 24.0 | -77.8% |
| Larceny | 90.5 | B | 5460 | 116.4 | -22.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 30.6 | D | 1034 | 22.2 | +38.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Falls | 1 miles | D 128.7 | A 93.2 | Violent: 12.4% higher Property: 26.3% lower |
| Lincoln | 2 miles | B 83.6 | B 110.0 | Violent: 27.0% lower Property: 13.1% lower |
| Cumberland | 4 miles | A 16.4 | A 35.6 | Violent: 85.6% lower Property: 71.8% lower |
| North Providence | 5 miles | A 59.0 | A 64.9 | Violent: 48.4% lower Property: 48.7% lower |
| East Providence | 5 miles | B 70.7 | A 57.9 | Violent: 38.2% lower Property: 54.3% lower |