Westport, MA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Westport Police Department serves the city of Westport, MA in Bristol County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 428 violent crimes and 418 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 54.5 per 100k residents, which is 48.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 36.4 per 100k, 77.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 Rate54.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents428 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents79 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate36.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents418 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents66 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate24.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents297 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 54.5 | A | 428 | 106.2 | -48.7% |
| Property Crime | 36.4 | A | 418 | 163.6 | -77.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.1 | A | 79 | 22.3 | -45.5% |
| Burglary | 6.1 | A | 66 | 24.0 | -74.8% |
| Larceny | 24.2 | A | 297 | 116.4 | -79.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.1 | A | 52 | 22.2 | -72.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Bedford | 8 miles | F 194.3 | B 117.0 | Violent: 256.3% higher Property: 221.8% higher |
| Fairhaven | 11 miles | C 113.5 | B 132.5 | Violent: 108.2% higher Property: 264.4% higher |
| Dartmouth | 12 miles | C 112.7 | B 115.6 | Violent: 106.6% higher Property: 217.9% higher |
| Dighton | 12 miles | A 48.6 | A 36.5 | Violent: 10.8% lower Property: 0.3% higher |
| Freetown | 12 miles | A 53.9 | A 21.5 | Violent: 1.2% lower Property: 40.7% lower |