Falmouth, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Falmouth Police Department serves the city of Falmouth, MA in Barnstable County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,877 violent crimes and 1,537 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 59.7 per 100k residents, which is 43.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 50.7 per 100k, 69.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 Rate59.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,877 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents388 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate50.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,537 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents499 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate35.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents966 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 59.7 | A | 1877 | 106.2 | -43.8% |
| Property Crime | 50.7 | A | 1537 | 163.6 | -69.0% |
| Rape | 3.0 | B | 56 | 3.5 | -15.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.9 | C | 388 | 22.3 | +7.2% |
| Burglary | 14.9 | A | 499 | 24.0 | -37.9% |
| Larceny | 35.8 | A | 966 | 116.4 | -69.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mashpee | 7 miles | A 50.9 | A 31.8 | Violent: 14.8% lower Property: 37.4% lower |
| Chilmark | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Edgartown | 13 miles | A 37.4 | A 37.4 | Violent: 37.4% lower Property: 26.3% lower |
| Oak Bluffs | 13 miles | A 36.8 | A 36.8 | Violent: 38.4% lower Property: 27.5% lower |
| Tisbury | 13 miles | D 141.2 | A 80.7 | Violent: 136.6% higher Property: 59.0% higher |