Woonsocket, RI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Woonsocket Police Department serves the city of Woonsocket, RI in Providence County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,882 violent crimes and 3,878 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 114.0 per 100k residents, which is 7.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 121.0 per 100k, 26.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate114.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,882 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents130 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate14.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents746 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate121.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,878 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate25.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents735 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate76.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,615 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate16.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents473 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 114.0 | C | 3882 | 106.2 | +7.4% |
| Property Crime | 121.0 | B | 3878 | 163.6 | -26.0% |
| Robbery | 2.3 | A | 130 | 5.8 | -60.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.0 | A | 746 | 22.3 | -37.3% |
| Burglary | 25.6 | C | 735 | 24.0 | +6.5% |
| Larceny | 76.8 | B | 2615 | 116.4 | -34.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 16.3 | B | 473 | 22.2 | -26.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | 0 miles | C 111.3 | B 138.2 | Violent: 2.4% lower Property: 14.2% higher |
| Glocester | 0 miles | A 39.2 | A 9.8 | Violent: 65.6% lower Property: 91.9% lower |
| Smithfield | 3 miles | A 27.3 | A 31.8 | Violent: 76.1% lower Property: 73.7% lower |
| Johnston | 5 miles | A 37.2 | A 91.3 | Violent: 67.4% lower Property: 24.6% lower |
| North Providence | 6 miles | A 59.0 | A 64.9 | Violent: 48.2% lower Property: 46.3% lower |