Palmer Town, MA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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44%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

8%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

51%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Palmer Town_{/100k people}	Massachusetts_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	160	n/a (estimate)	1,291	1,392	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	2.1	6.3
Rape	7	n/a	56.5	29.1	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	37.7	66.1
Assault	35	n/a	282.4	253.1	268.2
Violent crime	42	n/a (estimate)	339	322	370
Burglary	35	n/a	282.4	142.8	269.8
Theft	71	n/a	572.9	827.6	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	12	n/a	96.8	99.7	282.7
Property crime	118	n/a (estimate)	952	1,070	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Palmer Town, MA

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Palmer Town is 44.5% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Palmer Town, there were 42 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 339 per 100,000 individuals, 8.4% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 118 property crimes, amounting to 952 per 100,000 residents, 51.3% lower than the U.S. average.

For violent crimes per 100,000 people, Palmer Town has a rate of violent crime that is very close to the national average. There were a total of 339 violent crimes, while the national average reported 370. This is an indication that the level of crime is essentially on par with all other cities.

Palmer Town showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

Is Palmer Town a Safe Place to Live?

Is Palmer Town a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Palmer Town has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 44%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.44 daily incidents, encompassing 0.12 violent crimes and 0.32 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Palmer Town as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Palmer Town Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Palmer Town. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Palmer Town has increased by 34.5%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 7.7%, while property crime has increased by 47.5%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Palmer Town.

Potential Causes for Crime in Palmer Town

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Palmer Town crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Palmer Town has an unemployment rate of 4%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Palmer Town crime rates. Palmer Town registers a population density of 387.5 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

In Palmer Town, 88.5% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

Palmer Town crime map

The Palmer Town crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Palmer Town as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Palmer Town crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Palmer Town crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Palmer Town crime rates are 44% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Palmer Town are 8% lower than the national average
In Palmer Town you have a 1 in 78 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Palmer Town is safer than 41% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Palmer Town has increased by 33%

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Daily Crime In Palmer Town (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Palmer Town on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Massachusetts and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Palmer Town (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Massachusetts, are 1.08 times less than the state average and 1.80 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Palmer Town on a daily basis are 1.05 times more than than Massachusetts average and 1.09 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Palmer Town are 1.12 times less than the daily state average and 2.05 times less than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Palmer Town (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Palmer Town to every other city in Massachusetts, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Palmer Town safe? The gauges above illustrate that Palmer Town is safer than 24% of every city located within Massachusetts along with 41% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Massachusetts and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Palmer Town, MA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Palmer Town

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Palmer Town is 1 in 296

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Palmer Town is 1 in 106

The chance of being a victim of crime in Palmer Town is 1 in 78

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Palmer Town? In Palmer Town, you have a 1 in 296 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 106. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Palmer Town, MA is 1 in 78.

Year Over Year Crime In Palmer Town (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Palmer Town is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Palmer Town violent crime rates have increased by 7%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 46% year over year. Total crimes for Palmer Town has increased by 34% in the same time frame.

Palmer Town police department

Item	Palmer Town	Massachusetts	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	n/a	11,659	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	n/a	2.2	3.3

Sex offenders in Massachusetts

State	Total offenders	Massachusetts_/100K	National_/100K
Massachusetts	4,551	72	266

There are a total of 4,551 sex offenders in Massachusetts. This yields a total of 72 sex offenders in Massachusetts per 100,000 residents which is 73% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
West Brookfield, MA	1,511	26	183	209
Holland, MA	1,430	77	155	232
Granby, MA	1,183	66	414	480
Warren, MA	546	181	302	483
Amherst Center, MA	20,037	194	331	525
Fiskdale, MA	3,015	125	416	541
Brookfield, MA	716	174	436	610
Palmer Town, MA	12,236	339	952	1,291

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Northlake, IL	12,235	332	1,949	2,282
Kelso, WA	12,237	409	4,669	5,077
Orange City, FL	12,232	262	2,628	2,890
Carnot-Moon, PA	12,242	268	1,420	1,689
Ringwood, NJ	12,229	0	183	183
Palmer Town, MA	12,236	339	952	1,291

Source: The Palmer Town, MA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.