Amherst, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Amherst Police Department serves the city of Amherst, MA in Hampshire County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 825 violent crimes and 712 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 22.5 per 100k residents, which is 78.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 34.7 per 100k, 78.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate22.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents825 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate6.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents226 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate34.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents712 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents155 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate24.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents496 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 22.5 | A | 825 | 106.2 | -78.8% |
| Property Crime | 34.7 | A | 712 | 163.6 | -78.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 6.1 | A | 226 | 22.3 | -72.5% |
| Burglary | 4.1 | A | 155 | 24.0 | -83.0% |
| Larceny | 24.5 | A | 496 | 116.4 | -78.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4.1 | A | 52 | 22.2 | -81.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pelham | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hadley | 4 miles | B 76.2 | F 514.2 | Violent: 238.9% higher Property: 1380.1% higher |
| Hatfield | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 30.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 12.8% lower |
| Northampton | 7 miles | B 82.2 | B 121.6 | Violent: 265.6% higher Property: 250.1% higher |
| Belchertown | 8 miles | A 52.3 | A 13.1 | Violent: 132.4% higher Property: 62.4% lower |