Rotterdam Town, NY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Rotterdam Town Police Department serves the city of Rotterdam Town, NY in Schenectady County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,254 violent crimes and 2,809 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 69.2 per 100k residents, which is 34.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 112.0 per 100k, 31.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 Rate69.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,254 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents83 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate112.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,809 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate108.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,508 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents117 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 69.2 | B | 1254 | 106.2 | -34.9% |
| Property Crime | 112.0 | B | 2809 | 163.6 | -31.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 6.6 | A | 83 | 22.3 | -70.4% |
| Larceny | 108.7 | C | 2508 | 116.4 | -6.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3.3 | A | 117 | 22.2 | -85.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotia Village | 4 miles | A 13.8 | C 152.3 | Violent: 80.0% lower Property: 35.9% higher |
| Schenectady | 5 miles | F 283.9 | F 305.6 | Violent: 310.3% higher Property: 172.8% higher |
| Glenville Town | 7 miles | B 81.5 | B 144.8 | Violent: 17.7% higher Property: 29.3% higher |
| Niskayuna Town | 8 miles | A 46.1 | D 196.9 | Violent: 33.4% lower Property: 75.7% higher |
| Amsterdam | 11 miles | A 27.4 | B 115.0 | Violent: 60.4% lower Property: 2.6% higher |