Lackawanna, NY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lackawanna Police Department serves the city of Lackawanna, NY in Erie County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,322 violent crimes and 1,430 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 112.2 per 100k residents, which is 5.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 142.8 per 100k, 12.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 CAnnual Rate112.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,322 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate5.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents257 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate142.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,430 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents208 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate76.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,038 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents174 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 112.2 | C | 1322 | 106.2 | +5.6% |
| Property Crime | 142.8 | B | 1430 | 163.6 | -12.7% |
| Robbery | 5.1 | B | 34 | 5.8 | -12.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.3 | B | 257 | 22.3 | -31.3% |
| Burglary | 45.9 | F | 208 | 24.0 | +91.0% |
| Larceny | 76.5 | B | 1038 | 116.4 | -34.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.4 | C | 174 | 22.2 | -8.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blasdell Village | 2 miles | C 118.0 | B 118.0 | Violent: 5.2% higher Property: 17.4% lower |
| West Seneca Town | 4 miles | B 77.6 | A 91.0 | Violent: 30.8% lower Property: 36.3% lower |
| Brant Town | 6 miles | A 52.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 53.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Orchard Park Town | 6 miles | A 20.1 | B 107.2 | Violent: 82.1% lower Property: 24.9% lower |
| Cheektowaga Town | 6 miles | C 107.2 | F 313.9 | Violent: 4.5% lower Property: 119.9% higher |