Haverhill, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Haverhill Police Department serves the city of Haverhill, MA in Essex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,801 violent crimes and 3,138 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 151.9 per 100k residents, which is 43.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 83.4 per 100k, 49.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 44 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 DAnnual Rate151.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,801 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate43.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,616 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate83.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,138 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents578 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate77.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,237 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 151.9 | D | 5801 | 106.2 | +43.1% |
| Property Crime | 83.4 | A | 3138 | 163.6 | -49.0% |
| Robbery | 1.5 | A | 72 | 5.8 | -74.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 43.2 | F | 1616 | 22.3 | +94.1% |
| Burglary | 6.0 | A | 578 | 24.0 | -75.2% |
| Larceny | 77.5 | B | 2237 | 116.4 | -33.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 44 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 8 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 14 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 3 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown | 1 miles | A 11.9 | A 11.9 | Violent: 92.2% lower Property: 85.7% lower |
| Boxford | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 37.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 55.6% lower |
| Rowley | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| West Newbury | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 21.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 74.0% lower |
| North Andover | 6 miles | A 19.0 | A 53.7 | Violent: 87.5% lower Property: 35.6% lower |