Webster, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Webster Police Department serves the city of Webster, MA in Worcester County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,860 violent crimes and 949 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 136.4 per 100k residents, which is 28.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 96.6 per 100k, 40.9% 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 3 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 Rate136.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,860 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents59 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents506 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate96.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents949 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate73.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents684 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 136.4 | D | 1860 | 106.2 | +28.4% |
| Property Crime | 96.6 | A | 949 | 163.6 | -40.9% |
| Rape | 5.7 | F | 59 | 3.5 | +60.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.1 | B | 506 | 22.3 | -23.4% |
| Larceny | 73.9 | A | 684 | 116.4 | -36.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.1 | B | 78 | 22.2 | -23.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dudley | 2 miles | A 50.6 | A 16.9 | Violent: 62.9% lower Property: 82.5% lower |
| Oxford | 6 miles | A 7.5 | A 105.2 | Violent: 94.5% lower Property: 8.9% higher |
| Charlton | 8 miles | A 7.4 | A 22.3 | Violent: 94.5% lower Property: 76.9% lower |
| Sutton | 8 miles | A 63.6 | A 31.8 | Violent: 53.3% lower Property: 67.1% lower |
| Auburn | 10 miles | A 59.6 | C 184.9 | Violent: 56.3% lower Property: 91.3% higher |