Norristown, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Norristown Police Department serves the city of Norristown, PA in Montgomery County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,068 violent crimes and 2,531 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 134.1 per 100k residents, which is 26.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 170.4 per 100k, 4.1% above 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 DAnnual Rate134.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,068 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate25.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents300 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents287 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate170.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,531 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents276 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate108.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,720 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate50.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents524 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 134.1 | D | 2068 | 106.2 | +26.2% |
| Property Crime | 170.4 | C | 2531 | 163.6 | +4.1% |
| Robbery | 25.1 | F | 300 | 5.8 | +332.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.3 | C | 287 | 22.3 | +0.4% |
| Burglary | 11.2 | A | 276 | 24.0 | -53.5% |
| Larceny | 108.9 | C | 1720 | 116.4 | -6.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 50.3 | F | 524 | 22.2 | +126.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Merion Township | 2 miles | A 28.3 | F 320.1 | Violent: 78.9% lower Property: 87.9% higher |
| West Norriton Township | 2 miles | A 24.6 | C 171.8 | Violent: 81.7% lower Property: 0.9% higher |
| Conshohocken | 3 miles | A 10.8 | A 32.4 | Violent: 91.9% lower Property: 81.0% lower |
| West Conshohocken | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 67.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 60.7% lower |
| Lower Providence Township | 5 miles | A 19.3 | A 38.5 | Violent: 85.6% lower Property: 77.4% lower |