Plaistow, NH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Plaistow Police Department serves the city of Plaistow, NH in Rockingham County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 243 violent crimes and 327 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 50.8 per 100k residents, which is 52.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 76.3 per 100k, 53.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent 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 Rate50.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents243 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate76.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents327 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate76.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents281 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 50.8 | A | 243 | 106.2 | -52.1% |
| Property Crime | 76.3 | A | 327 | 163.6 | -53.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.7 | A | 11 | 22.3 | -42.9% |
| Larceny | 76.3 | B | 281 | 116.4 | -34.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Kingston | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Salem | 8 miles | A 45.5 | C 175.3 | Violent: 10.6% lower Property: 130.0% higher |
| Kensington | 9 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Brentwood | 10 miles | A 64.4 | A 21.5 | Violent: 26.7% higher Property: 71.8% lower |
| Atkinson | 10 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |