Quincy, MA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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36%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

7%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

44%

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}	Quincy_{/100k people}	Massachusetts_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,509	n/a (estimate)	1,488	1,392	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	2.0	2.1	6.3
Rape	34	n/a	33.5	29.1	40.0
Robbery	32	n/a	31.5	37.7	66.1
Assault	335	n/a	330.3	253.1	268.2
Violent crime	403	n/a (estimate)	397	322	370
Burglary	198	n/a	195.2	142.8	269.8
Theft	816	n/a	804.5	827.6	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	92	n/a	90.7	99.7	282.7
Property crime	1,106	n/a (estimate)	1,090	1,070	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Quincy, MA

The Quincy crime rates are 36% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 403 violent crimes in Quincy (397 per 100,000 people), which is 7.4% higher than the national average and there were a total of 1106 property crimes (1090 per 100,000 residents) which is 44.2% lower than average.

The violent crime rate in Quincy closely mirrors the national average among all cities that reported crime, with 397 incidents per 100,000 people. The national average for violent crime per 100,000 people was 370. This consistency highlights Quincy as a community where safety standards are in line with the broader national landscape, providing residents with a reliable sense of security.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Quincy?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Quincy residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 32 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 53% of Quincy residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 47% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Quincy a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Quincy is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Quincy has a total crime rate that is 36% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 4.13 daily crimes (1.1 violent daily crimes and 3.03 daily property crimes) in Quincy.

Has Crime in Quincy Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Quincy has increased by 2.7% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Quincy 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 33%, while property crime has increased by 5.2%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Quincy.

Potential Causes for Crime in Quincy

Quincy has a poverty rate of 9.8, while the national average is 15.1. In the past, there has been a direct correlation between high or low poverty rates and high or low crime stats. Elevated poverty levels and income disparities can contribute to heightened criminal activity, as individuals may resort to unlawful means to address their fundamental necessities. While lower poverty levels have led to a reduction in typical crime levels compared to other areas.

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Quincy crime rates. For instance, in Quincy, the population density stands at 5695.5 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

In Quincy, 86.9% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city 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.

Quincy crime map

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

Quincy crime rates are 36% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Quincy are 7% higher than the national average
In Quincy you have a 1 in 68 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Quincy is safer than 34% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Quincy has decreased by 3%

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Daily Crime In Quincy (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Quincy 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 Quincy (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Massachusetts, are 1.07 times more than the state average and 1.56 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Quincy on a daily basis are 1.23 times more than than Massachusetts average and 1.07 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Quincy are 1.02 times more than the daily state average and 1.79 times less than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Quincy (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Quincy to every other city in Massachusetts, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Quincy safe? The gauges above illustrate that Quincy is safer than 18% of every city located within Massachusetts along with 34% 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, Quincy, MA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Quincy

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Quincy is 1 in 252

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Quincy is 1 in 92

The chance of being a victim of crime in Quincy is 1 in 68

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Quincy, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 252. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 92 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Quincy is 1 in 68.

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

Determining whether Quincy is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Quincy violent crime rates have increased by 26%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 11% year over year. Total crimes for Quincy has decreased by 3% in the same time frame.

Quincy police department

Item	Quincy	Massachusetts	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	219	11,659	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.3	2.2	3.3

There are a total of 219 Quincy police officers. This results in 2.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 8.5% greater than the Massachusetts average and 28.1% 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}
Dover, MA	2,518	85	119	203
Scituate, MA	5,905	69	159	228
Nahant, MA	3,512	30	211	241
Marshfield Hills, MA	2,389	65	215	280
Winchester, MA	22,760	40	271	311
Sharon, MA	6,217	38	275	313
Lexington, MA	33,304	44	286	330
Quincy, MA	94,389	397	1,090	1,488

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Plantation, FL	94,366	265	2,505	2,770
Dearborn, MI	94,328	282	1,921	2,202
Lynn, MA	94,201	655	1,190	1,846
Concord, NC	94,147	106	984	1,090
Sunrise, FL	94,657	329	1,992	2,321
Quincy, MA	94,389	397	1,090	1,488

Source: The Quincy, 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.