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57%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
54%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
80%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleMorrisville/100k peoplePennsylvania/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime322n/a (estimate)3,3281,6812,119
Murder1n/a10.35.05.0
Rape0n/a0.027.837.5
Robbery6n/a62.051.460.6
Assault9n/a93.0161.4256.1
Violent crime16n/a (estimate)165246359
Burglary11n/a113.7116.7229.2
Theft238n/a2,459.91,129.81,272.1
Vehicle theft57n/a589.1188.5258.8
Property crime306n/a (estimate)3,1631,4351,760

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The Morrisville crime map by CrimeoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Morrisville 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 Morrisville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Morrisville 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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An Overview of Crime Rates in Morrisville, PA

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Morrisville is 57.1% 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 Morrisville, there were 16 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 165 per 100,000 individuals, 54% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 306 property crimes, amounting to 3163 per 100,000 residents, 79.7% higher than the U.S. average.

While murder rates in the United States have shown a consistent decline since 1990, recent years have witnessed an increase. Unfortunately, Morrisville ranks among the cities with the highest murder rates in the nation, when compared to all reporting cities in the U.S. In Morrisville, there were a total of 1 murders, translating to 10 murders per 100,000 residents. This alarming statistic underscores the need for heightened attention to community safety and crime prevention efforts in the area.

Recently, vehicle thefts have seen an upward trend across the United States, and Morrisville ranks among the cities with the highest vehicle theft rates in the country. Last year, there were 57 vehicle thefts, amounting to 589 stolen vehicles per 100,000 residents. This places Morrisville within the worst 10% of all cities, indicating that 90% of cities fare better in terms of vehicle theft rates. The likelihood of your vehicle being stolen stands at 1 in 170.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Morrisville?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Morrisville. Based on the results of the surveys (8 responses), 38% of people felt that there was very little crime in Morrisville and felt safe walking alone at night. While 63% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Morrisville a Safe Place to Live?

Is Morrisville 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, Morrisville has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 57%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.88 daily incidents, encompassing 0.04 violent crimes and 0.84 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Morrisville as a potential place to call home.

Potential Causes for Crime in Morrisville

Morrisville reports an unemployment rate of 5.5%, contrasting with the national average of 4.9%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Morrisville crime rates.

In Morrisville, 89.6% 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.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Morrisville is $386,560, compared to a national average of $326,622.

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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Morrisville crime rates are 57% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Morrisville are 54% lower than the national average
      • In Morrisville you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Morrisville is safer than 30% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Morrisville has increased by 196%

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        Daily Crime In Morrisville (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Morrisville, PA per 100,000 people. In Morrisville, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.98 times more than the Pennsylvania average and 1.57 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Morrisville is 1.49 times less than the Pennsylvania average and 2.17 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Morrisville has a daily crime rate that is 2.20 times more than the Pennsylvania average and 1.80 times more than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is Morrisville (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Morrisville to every other city in Pennsylvania, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Morrisville safe? The gauges above illustrate that Morrisville is safer than 14% of every city located within Pennsylvania along with 30% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Pennsylvania and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Morrisville, PA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Morrisville

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Morrisville is 1 in 605
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Morrisville is 1 in 32
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Morrisville is 1 in 31
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Morrisville? In Morrisville, you have a 1 in 605 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 32. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Morrisville, PA is 1 in 31.

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

        The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Morrisville, PA is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Morrisville has increased by 2%, while the property crime rate in Morrisville has increased by 228% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Morrisville has increased by 196% with regards to total crimes year over year.

        Morrisville police department

        Item Morrisville Pennsylvania National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1214,701558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.41.83.3
        There are a total of 12 Morrisville police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 25% less than the Pennsylvania average and 57.9% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Pennsylvania

        State Total offenders Pennsylvania /100K National /100K
        Pennsylvania21,558176266
        There are a total of 21,558 sex offenders in Pennsylvania. This yields a total of 176 sex offenders in Pennsylvania per 100,000 residents which is 34% 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
        Hulmeville, PA1,024000
        Langhorne Manor, PA1,542000
        Ten Mile Run, NJ1,86431200231
        Princeton Junction, NJ2,05231200231
        Langhorne, PA1,66135201236
        Eddington, PA1,84735204238
        Cornwells Heights, PA1,26037219256
        Morrisville, PA8,7881653,1633,328

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Oak Hills Place, LA8,788182806988
        Hailey, ID8,788179478657
        Fort Lupton, CO8,7872701,5021,773
        Live Oak city, CA8,7866512,7833,434
        Prien, LA8,785182806988
        Morrisville, PA8,7881653,1633,328
        Source: The Morrisville, PA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.