Dedham, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dedham Police Department serves the city of Dedham, MA in Norfolk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 415 violent crimes and 1,376 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 71.9 per 100k residents, which is 32.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 115.8 per 100k, 29.2% 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 4 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 BAnnual Rate71.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents415 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate31.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents129 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate115.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,376 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate4.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents51 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate103.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,217 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents108 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 71.9 | B | 415 | 106.2 | -32.3% |
| Property Crime | 115.8 | B | 1376 | 163.6 | -29.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 31.9 | D | 129 | 22.3 | +43.6% |
| Burglary | 4.0 | A | 51 | 24.0 | -83.4% |
| Larceny | 103.8 | B | 1217 | 116.4 | -10.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.0 | A | 108 | 22.2 | -64.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Needham | 4 miles | A 15.5 | A 65.0 | Violent: 78.5% lower Property: 43.9% lower |
| Milton | 5 miles | A 14.1 | A 59.8 | Violent: 80.4% lower Property: 48.4% lower |
| Dover | 5 miles | A 51.1 | A 17.0 | Violent: 28.9% lower Property: 85.3% lower |
| Medway | 5 miles | A 14.7 | A 36.7 | Violent: 79.6% lower Property: 68.3% lower |