Saugus, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Saugus Police Department serves the city of Saugus, MA in Essex County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 758 violent crimes and 1,587 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 34.9 per 100k residents, which is 67.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 108.3 per 100k, 33.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. 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 Rate34.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents758 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents246 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate108.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,587 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate17.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents147 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate76.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,304 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate14.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents135 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 34.9 | A | 758 | 106.2 | -67.1% |
| Property Crime | 108.3 | B | 1587 | 163.6 | -33.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.5 | A | 246 | 22.3 | -52.9% |
| Burglary | 17.5 | B | 147 | 24.0 | -27.3% |
| Larceny | 76.9 | B | 1304 | 116.4 | -33.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.0 | A | 135 | 22.2 | -37.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynn | 3 miles | A 28.7 | A 25.7 | Violent: 17.9% lower Property: 76.3% lower |
| Melrose | 3 miles | A 41.4 | A 34.5 | Violent: 18.5% higher Property: 68.1% lower |
| Everett | 4 miles | A 60.3 | A 92.5 | Violent: 72.6% higher Property: 14.6% lower |
| Wakefield | 4 miles | A 25.8 | A 25.8 | Violent: 26.3% lower Property: 76.2% lower |
| Revere | 4 miles | C 96.3 | B 115.5 | Violent: 175.5% higher Property: 6.6% higher |