Danvers, MA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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41%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

48%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

39%

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}	Danvers_{/100k people}	Massachusetts_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	384	n/a (estimate)	1,377	1,392	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	2.1	6.3
Rape	6	n/a	21.5	29.1	40.0
Robbery	3	n/a	10.8	37.7	66.1
Assault	45	n/a	161.4	253.1	268.2
Violent crime	54	n/a (estimate)	194	322	370
Burglary	20	n/a	71.7	142.8	269.8
Theft	284	n/a	1,018.4	827.6	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	26	n/a	93.2	99.7	282.7
Property crime	330	n/a (estimate)	1,183	1,070	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Danvers, MA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Danvers crime rate is 40.8% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Danvers, there were 54 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 194 per 100,000 individuals, 47.6% lower than the national average. Additionally, Danvers recorded 330 property crimes, amounting to 1183 per 100,000 residents, 39.5% lower than the U.S. average.

Danvers 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.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Danvers?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Danvers residents. Out of the respondents (15 in total), 67% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Danvers were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 33% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Danvers a Safe Place to Live?

Is Danvers 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, Danvers has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 41%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 1.05 daily incidents, encompassing 0.15 violent crimes and 0.9 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Danvers as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Danvers Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Danvers has increased by 27.6% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Danvers 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 12.5%, while property crime has increased by 30.4%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Danvers.

Potential Causes for Crime in Danvers

Danvers has a poverty rate that stands at 6.1, in contrast to the national average of 15.1. Historically, a direct correlation has been observed between poverty rates and crime stats. Higher poverty rates have led to higher crime rates, while lower poverty rates have led to a reduction in Danvers crime rates. Income disparities and heightened poverty levels can serve as catalysts for elevated or reduced criminal activity, as individuals may or may not turn to illicit means to fulfill their basic needs. This could be one of many factors that may influence crime.

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Danvers currently has an unemployment rate of 3%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

In Danvers, the median home price stands at $451,100, diverging from the national average of $184,700. Elevated housing costs often induce financial strain among residents. When individuals grapple with the challenges of affording housing, they may find themselves compelled to resort to criminal activities as a means of addressing their financial hardships, including acts like theft or fraud. This predicament is particularly pronounced in areas where housing affordability poses a persistent issue, giving rise to heightened concerns regarding crime. In such instances, some individuals and families may find themselves constrained to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, exacerbating stress levels and potentially fostering domestic disputes and associated criminal incidents.

Danvers crime map

The Danvers crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Danvers 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 Danvers crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Danvers 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

Danvers crime rates are 41% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Danvers are 48% lower than the national average
In Danvers you have a 1 in 73 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Danvers is safer than 55% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Danvers has increased by 28%

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Daily Crime In Danvers (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Danvers for every 100,000 residents. The Danvers total amount of daily crime is 1.01 times less than the Massachusetts average and 1.69 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Danvers, is 1.66 times less than the Massachusetts average, and it is 1.91 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Danvers has a daily crime average that is 1.11 times more than the Massachusetts average and 1.65 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Danvers (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Massachusetts and all other cities across the US, is Danvers safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Danvers is safer than 38% of other cities in the state of Massachusetts. In addition, Danvers is safer than 55% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Massachusetts and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Danvers. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Danvers is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Danvers

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Danvers is 1 in 517

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Danvers is 1 in 85

The chance of being a victim of crime in Danvers is 1 in 73

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Danvers, Massachusetts? If you reside in Danvers, then there is a 1 in 517 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 85. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 73 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Danvers.

Year Over Year Crime In Danvers (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Danvers, Massachusetts (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Danvers has increased by 13%, the amount of property crime in Danvers has increased by 30%, and the total amount of crime in Danvers has increased by 28% year over year.

Danvers police department

Item	Danvers	Massachusetts	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	56	11,659	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.1	2.2	3.3

There are a total of 56 Danvers police officers. This results in 2.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 3.5% less than the Massachusetts average and 36.1% less than the National average.

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}
Boxford, MA	2,925	12	49	61
Nahant, MA	3,512	30	211	241
Ipswich, MA	4,826	44	255	299
Rowley, MA	1,803	65	245	310
Winchester, MA	22,760	40	271	311
Lexington, MA	33,304	44	286	330
Topsfield, MA	3,046	61	365	425
Danvers, MA	27,549	194	1,183	1,377

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Wasco, CA	27,553	864	4,049	4,913
Yukon, OK	27,557	196	2,277	2,473
Monroeville, PA	27,564	318	1,681	1,998
Converse, TX	27,582	376	1,668	2,044
Morrisville, NC	27,582	120	2,144	2,264
Danvers, MA	27,549	194	1,183	1,377

Source: The Danvers, 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.