Acushnet, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Acushnet Police Department serves the city of Acushnet, MA in Bristol County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 254 violent crimes and 168 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 28.2 per 100k residents, which is 73.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 94.0 per 100k, 42.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 AAnnual Rate28.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents254 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents49 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate94.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents168 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate84.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents114 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 28.2 | A | 254 | 106.2 | -73.4% |
| Property Crime | 94.0 | A | 168 | 163.6 | -42.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.8 | B | 49 | 22.3 | -15.5% |
| Burglary | 9.4 | A | 32 | 24.0 | -60.9% |
| Larceny | 84.6 | B | 114 | 116.4 | -27.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhaven | 3 miles | C 113.5 | B 132.5 | Violent: 302.5% higher Property: 40.9% higher |
| New Bedford | 4 miles | F 194.3 | B 117.0 | Violent: 588.8% higher Property: 24.4% higher |
| Marion | 8 miles | A 18.2 | A 54.6 | Violent: 35.4% lower Property: 41.9% lower |
| Dartmouth | 10 miles | C 112.7 | B 115.6 | Violent: 299.4% higher Property: 22.9% higher |
| Dighton | 10 miles | A 48.6 | A 36.5 | Violent: 72.4% higher Property: 61.2% lower |