Ephrata, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ephrata Police Department serves the city of Ephrata, PA in Lancaster County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 135 violent crimes and 713 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 11.7 per 100k residents, which is 89.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 79.0 per 100k, 51.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents135 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents10 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate79.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents713 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents45 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate76.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents629 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 11.7 | A | 135 | 106.2 | -89.0% |
| Property Crime | 79.0 | A | 713 | 163.6 | -51.7% |
| Rape | 2.9 | B | 10 | 3.5 | -17.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.8 | A | 34 | 22.3 | -73.7% |
| Burglary | 2.9 | A | 45 | 24.0 | -87.8% |
| Larceny | 76.1 | B | 629 | 116.4 | -34.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Cocalico Township | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 13.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 82.9% lower |
| New Holland | 7 miles | A 7.8 | A 101.1 | Violent: 33.6% lower Property: 27.9% higher |
| Lititz | 7 miles | A 20.4 | A 10.2 | Violent: 74.6% higher Property: 87.1% lower |
| East Earl Township | 9 miles | A 12.3 | A 49.1 | Violent: 4.9% higher Property: 37.9% lower |
| Manheim Township | 10 miles | A 52.6 | A 74.9 | Violent: 349.1% higher Property: 5.2% lower |