Templeton, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Templeton Police Department serves the city of Templeton, MA in Worcester County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 220 violent crimes and 147 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 36.4 per 100k residents, which is 65.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 12.1 per 100k, 92.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 Rate36.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents220 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate12.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents147 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate12.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents110 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 36.4 | A | 220 | 106.2 | -65.7% |
| Property Crime | 12.1 | A | 147 | 163.6 | -92.6% |
| Larceny | 12.1 | A | 110 | 116.4 | -89.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner | 4 miles | C 100.9 | A 52.8 | Violent: 176.9% higher Property: 335.3% higher |
| Westminster | 8 miles | A 59.5 | A 59.5 | Violent: 63.2% higher Property: 389.7% higher |
| Winchendon | 9 miles | C 114.9 | A 38.3 | Violent: 215.4% higher Property: 215.5% higher |
| Athol | 9 miles | A 50.3 | A 33.5 | Violent: 38.1% higher Property: 176.4% higher |
| Barre | 9 miles | A 36.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 1.2% lower Property: N/A |