Adams, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Adams Police Department serves the city of Adams, MA in Berkshire County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 409 violent crimes and 480 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 25.0 per 100k residents, which is 76.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 87.5 per 100k, 46.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 Rate25.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents409 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents95 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate87.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents480 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate25.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents121 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate62.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents332 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 25.0 | A | 409 | 106.2 | -76.5% |
| Property Crime | 87.5 | A | 480 | 163.6 | -46.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.5 | A | 95 | 22.3 | -43.8% |
| Burglary | 25.0 | C | 121 | 24.0 | +4.0% |
| Larceny | 62.5 | A | 332 | 116.4 | -46.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Clarksburg | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Williamstown | 8 miles | A 25.9 | A 64.8 | Violent: 3.8% higher Property: 25.9% lower |
| Dalton | 11 miles | A 16.1 | A 32.3 | Violent: 35.4% lower Property: 63.1% lower |
| Pittsfield | 14 miles | A 55.7 | A 78.9 | Violent: 122.9% higher Property: 9.8% lower |