Fitchburg, MA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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49%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

20%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

62%

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}	Fitchburg_{/100k people}	Massachusetts_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	495	n/a (estimate)	1,184	1,392	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	2.4	2.1	6.3
Rape	22	n/a	52.6	29.1	40.0
Robbery	19	n/a	45.5	37.7	66.1
Assault	144	n/a	344.6	253.1	268.2
Violent crime	186	n/a (estimate)	445	322	370
Burglary	60	n/a	143.6	142.8	269.8
Theft	207	n/a	495.3	827.6	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	42	n/a	100.5	99.7	282.7
Property crime	309	n/a (estimate)	739	1,070	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Fitchburg, MA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Fitchburg crime rate is 49% 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 Fitchburg, there were 186 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 445 per 100,000 individuals, 20.4% higher than the national average. Additionally, Fitchburg recorded 309 property crimes, amounting to 739 per 100,000 residents, 62.2% lower than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Fitchburg?

What do the local residents think about crime in Fitchburg? Well, based on a recent survey of 75 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 69% of Fitchburg residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 31% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Fitchburg a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Fitchburg, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Fitchburg presents a total crime rate that is 49% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Fitchburg experiences an average of 1.36 daily crimes, comprising 0.51 violent incidents and 0.85 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Fitchburg Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Fitchburg has decreased by 15.7% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Fitchburg 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 decreased by 1.1%, while property crime has decreased by 22.6%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Fitchburg.

Potential Causes for Crime in Fitchburg

Fitchburg has a population density of 1458.3 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Fitchburg crime rates.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Fitchburg, 76.8% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

In Fitchburg, the cost of living is 15.3% higher than the national average. A high cost of living can induce economic stress for locals, especially those with limited financial resources. When people grapple with soaring housing expenses, utility bills, healthcare costs, and other essential necessities, they may be driven towards criminal activities, including theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities boasting a lower cost of living may mitigate economic pressures and potentially result in reduced crime rates.

Fitchburg crime map

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

Fitchburg crime rates are 49% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Fitchburg are 20% higher than the national average
In Fitchburg you have a 1 in 85 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Fitchburg is safer than 34% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Fitchburg has decreased by 18%

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Daily Crime In Fitchburg (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Fitchburg, per 100,000 residents. In Fitchburg, the total number of daily crimes is 1.18 times less than the Massachusetts average and 1.96 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Fitchburg are 1.38 times more than the Massachusetts average and 1.20 times more than the national average. For property crime, Fitchburg has a daily crime rate that is 1.45 times less than the Massachusetts average and 2.64 times less than the daily national average.

How Safe is Fitchburg (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Fitchburg, Massachusetts compared to other areas of Massachusetts, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Fitchburg safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Fitchburg is safer than 18% of Massachusetts cities, and 34% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Massachusetts, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Fitchburg. At this time, Fitchburg sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Fitchburg

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Fitchburg is 1 in 225

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Fitchburg is 1 in 136

The chance of being a victim of crime in Fitchburg is 1 in 85

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Fitchburg, Massachusetts you have a 1 in 225 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 136 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 85 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Fitchburg.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg has decreased by 4%, the amount of property crime in Fitchburg has decreased by 25%, and the total amount of crime in Fitchburg has decreased by 18% year over year.

Fitchburg police department

Item	Fitchburg	Massachusetts	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	76	11,659	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.9	2.2	3.3

There are a total of 76 Fitchburg police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 13.6% less than the Massachusetts average and 42.7% 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}
Greenville, NH	1,011	0	0	0
Clinton, MA	7,058	52	32	84
Groton, MA	1,127	81	144	226
Shirley, MA	1,716	208	249	457
Townsend, MA	1,276	124	337	461
Hudson, MA	15,222	148	367	515
South Lancaster, MA	1,575	133	441	573
Fitchburg, MA	40,576	445	739	1,184

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Coram, NY	40,630	439	1,763	2,202
Florence, AL	40,652	582	2,646	3,227
Danville, VA	40,668	325	3,194	3,519
Hutchinson, KS	40,669	472	2,237	2,709
Maplewood, MN	40,684	291	3,935	4,225
Fitchburg, MA	40,576	445	739	1,184

Source: The Fitchburg, 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.