Lowell, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lowell Police Department serves the city of Lowell, MA in Middlesex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,779 violent crimes and 7,962 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 118.3 per 100k residents, which is 11.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 165.1 per 100k, 0.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 CAnnual Rate118.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,779 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents79 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents323 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,359 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate165.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,962 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate21.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,059 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate126.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,993 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents875 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 118.3 | C | 7779 | 106.2 | +11.4% |
| Property Crime | 165.1 | C | 7962 | 163.6 | +0.9% |
| Homicide | 1.8 | F | 24 | 0.5 | +232.2% |
| Rape | 0.9 | A | 79 | 3.5 | -75.1% |
| Robbery | 5.3 | C | 323 | 5.8 | -8.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.3 | C | 1359 | 22.3 | -8.8% |
| Burglary | 21.2 | B | 1059 | 24.0 | -11.8% |
| Larceny | 126.2 | C | 5993 | 116.4 | +8.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 16.8 | B | 875 | 22.2 | -24.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dracut | 2 miles | A 18.8 | A 43.8 | Violent: 84.1% lower Property: 73.5% lower |
| Chelmsford | 3 miles | A 27.9 | A 41.9 | Violent: 76.4% lower Property: 74.6% lower |
| Tyngsboro | 6 miles | A 16.1 | A 32.3 | Violent: 86.4% lower Property: 80.5% lower |
| Billerica | 6 miles | A 34.0 | A 38.8 | Violent: 71.3% lower Property: 76.5% lower |
| Westford | 8 miles | A 12.4 | A 24.7 | Violent: 89.5% lower Property: 85.0% lower |