Keene, NH Crime


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Keene, NH has a relatively low rate of violent crime, with a rate of 15.1 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, the rate of property crime in Keene is slightly higher than the national average at 49.9, compared to 35.4. This means that while violent crimes may not be as prevalent in Keene, residents should still be cautious when it comes to protecting their property. It's important to note that these statistics do not tell the whole story, as every individual's experience with crime is unique. However, being aware of the crime rates in Keene can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about safety in the community.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Keene violent crime is 15.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Keene property crime is 49.9. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Keene, NH Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
2000228.2046.533.8147.93076532.42459.184.5
2001204.4060.930.4113.13101.3452.42522.8126.1
2002167.5051.517.298.83105.7472.52474.2158.9
2003156.98.743.626.278.52785.6379.32323.682.8
2004191.4043.539.1108.71552.9326.21065.7160.9
2005181.5017.369.195.11551.5432.21015.6103.7
2006231.803548.1148.73153.4284.32720.4148.7
2007238052.939.7145.42820.33792366.474.9
2008239.8052.369.8117.73235.83622782.391.6
2009219053.67689.43637.84293056.8151.9
2010208.2049.854.3104.13657.3402.83191.163.4
2011226.14.342.764115.23459.9541.82854.164
2012260.7025.655.6179.53551.4487.22940.3123.9
2013301.34.355.9991424329.5456.23800.173.2
2014269.1072.676.9119.63985.8734.83165.685.4
2015270.2056.661152.53333.5422.72854.256.6
2016232.3051.664.5116.22904404.42430.768.8
2017235.2042.881.2111.22907.7354.92467.385.5
2018201.1056.839.4104.92448.6166.22234.448.1
2019182.6073.952.256.52121.8134.81887100

   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Swanzey, NH158.81,284.56,92962001
Marlborough, NH48.4338.52,06072019
Chesterfield, NH54.7684.03,65592002
Troy, NH95.6621.72,14292019
Alstead, NH155.451.81,936102019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Brattleboro, VT421.05,403.011,865182019
Winchendon, MA339.5917.79,730232019
Athol, MA402.4864.811,630252019
Greenfield, MA481.01,958.317,667272019
Gardner, MA339.31,498.020,341292019

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Live free or die...trying. Cute town with very little violent crime but the cost of living is ridiculous for what you get! Forget ever owning a home unless you are  More

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Here is a quick run down of the pros and cons of Keene, NH from a native. Pros -Small City feel with quaint downtown and a generally safe area. -For its small size  More

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