| Statistic | Reportedincidents | /100k people | Chicopee/100k people | Massachusetts/100k people | National/100k people |
| Total crime | 1,298 | n/a (estimate) | 2,327 | 1,427 | 2,119 |
| Murder | 4 | n/a | 7.2 | 1.8 | 5.0 |
| Rape | 48 | n/a | 86.1 | 27.6 | 37.5 |
| Robbery | 23 | n/a | 41.2 | 36.0 | 60.6 |
| Assault | 241 | n/a | 432.1 | 249.3 | 256.1 |
| Violent crime | 316 | n/a (estimate) | 567 | 315 | 359 |
| Burglary | 113 | n/a | 202.6 | 130.3 | 229.2 |
| Theft | 750 | n/a | 1,344.8 | 876.3 | 1,272.1 |
| Vehicle theft | 119 | n/a | 213.4 | 105.5 | 258.8 |
| Property crime | 982 | n/a (estimate) | 1,761 | 1,112 | 1,760 |
Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Chicopee is 9.8% higher 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 Chicopee, there were 316 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 567 per 100,000 individuals, 57.8% higher than the national average. Additionally, there were 982 property crimes, amounting to 1761 per 100,000 residents, 0% higher than the U.S. average.
When assessing the overall crime rate in Chicopee per 100,000 people, it stands in the median range among all cities with reported crime data. Our analysis of total incidents, encompassing both violent and property crimes, underscores the close alignment of reported Chicopee crime rates with the national average as reported by other areas.
Chicopee exhibits a property crime rate closely aligned with the national average. There were 1761 reported property crimes, which closely matches the national average of 1760 per 100,000 people. Consequently, the area's safety profile mirrors that of an average city, neither notably safer nor more dangerous than the norm. This balance suggests that Chicopee maintains a consistent approach to property crime prevention in line with the broader national landscape.
What do the local residents think about crime in Chicopee? Well, based on a recent survey of 23 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 43% of Chicopee residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 57% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.
Is Chicopee 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, Chicopee has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 10%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 3.56 daily incidents, encompassing 0.87 violent crimes and 2.69 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Chicopee as a potential place to call home.
Year-over-year crime rates in Chicopee has increased by 1.7% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Chicopee is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 18.4%, while property crime has increased by 2.7%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Chicopee.
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 Chicopee 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. Chicopee has an unemployment rate of 4.4%, compared to a national average of 4.9%.
Chicopee has a population density of 2481.3 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Chicopee crime rates.
High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Chicopee, the average rental rates are $1,410 per month, compared to the national average of $1,444.
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| Item | Chicopee | Massachusetts | National |
| Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians) | 132 | 11,659 | 558,732 |
| Police officers & civilians /1000 residents | 2.4 | 2.2 | 3.3 |
| State | Total offenders | Massachusetts /100K | National /100K |
| Massachusetts | 4,551 | 72 | 266 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| North Granby, CT | 1,470 | 29 | 295 | 324 |
| Granby, MA | 1,221 | 50 | 298 | 347 |
| Crystal Lake, CT | 2,632 | 33 | 328 | 360 |
| Russell, MA | 678 | 181 | 241 | 422 |
| Salmon Brook, CT | 2,401 | 41 | 413 | 454 |
| Suffield Depot, CT | 2,068 | 42 | 425 | 467 |
| Somers, CT | 2,403 | 48 | 478 | 525 |
| Chicopee, MA | 56,658 | 567 | 1,761 | 2,327 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Berwyn, IL | 56,642 | 119 | 1,133 | 1,252 |
| Burlington, NC | 56,679 | 952 | 3,085 | 4,037 |
| Cathedral City, CA | 56,625 | 283 | 1,220 | 1,504 |
| Highland, CA | 56,606 | 535 | 1,323 | 1,857 |
| Hacienda Heights, CA | 56,603 | 379 | 1,621 | 2,000 |
| Chicopee, MA | 56,658 | 567 | 1,761 | 2,327 |
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