Essex, VT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Essex Police Department serves the city of Essex, VT in Chittenden County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 455 violent crimes and 1,643 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 8.9 per 100k residents, which is 91.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 243.6 per 100k, 48.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 18 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 AAnnual Rate8.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents455 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents33 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents123 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate243.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,643 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate22.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents180 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate194.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,410 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents51 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 8.9 | A | 455 | 106.2 | -91.7% |
| Property Crime | 243.6 | D | 1643 | 163.6 | +48.9% |
| Rape | 4.4 | D | 33 | 3.5 | +25.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.4 | A | 123 | 22.3 | -80.1% |
| Burglary | 22.1 | C | 180 | 24.0 | -7.8% |
| Larceny | 194.9 | F | 1410 | 116.4 | +67.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.6 | C | 51 | 22.2 | +19.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 18 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 13 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester | 3 miles | A 45.3 | C 164.3 | Violent: 411.5% higher Property: 32.6% lower |
| Shelburne | 3 miles | A 25.2 | B 138.4 | Violent: 184.0% higher Property: 43.2% lower |
| Richmond | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hinesburg | 3 miles | B 85.0 | A 106.3 | Violent: 859.4% higher Property: 56.4% lower |
| South Burlington | 3 miles | A 43.3 | F 553.0 | Violent: 388.5% higher Property: 127.0% higher |