West Springfield, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The West Springfield Police Department serves the city of West Springfield, MA in Hampden County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,814 violent crimes and 4,645 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 94.7 per 100k residents, which is 10.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 248.9 per 100k, 52.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 BAnnual Rate94.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,814 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents104 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents101 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents527 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate248.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,645 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents461 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate217.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,788 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents380 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 94.7 | B | 1814 | 106.2 | -10.9% |
| Property Crime | 248.9 | D | 4645 | 163.6 | +52.2% |
| Rape | 3.5 | C | 104 | 3.5 | -0.7% |
| Robbery | 3.5 | A | 101 | 5.8 | -39.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.0 | C | 527 | 22.3 | -5.5% |
| Burglary | 7.0 | A | 461 | 24.0 | -70.8% |
| Larceny | 217.4 | F | 3788 | 116.4 | +86.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.5 | C | 380 | 22.2 | +10.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield | 2 miles | F 239.3 | F 271.0 | Violent: 152.7% higher Property: 8.9% higher |
| Brimfield | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Monson | 2 miles | D 147.9 | A 37.0 | Violent: 56.2% higher Property: 85.1% lower |
| Palmer | 2 miles | C 121.3 | A 80.9 | Violent: 28.2% higher Property: 67.5% lower |
| Southwick | 2 miles | A 65.0 | A 54.2 | Violent: 31.3% lower Property: 78.2% lower |