Nantucket, MA Crime


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Nantucket, Massachusetts is a beautiful island known for its picturesque beaches and quaint New England charm. However, beneath its idyllic facade lies a growing issue with crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Nantucket is slightly lower than the national average at 22.2, while the property crime rate is slightly higher at 38.8, compared to the US average of 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. This means that while Nantucket may be safer in terms of violent crimes, it is more prone to property crimes such as theft and burglary. As a result, residents and visitors alike must exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings while enjoying all that Nantucket has to offer.

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

Nantucket violent crime is 22.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Nantucket property crime is 38.8. (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
Nantucket, MA Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
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per 100k
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per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
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Edgartown, MA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock222019
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Harwich, MA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock292019
Chatham, MA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock292019
Yarmouth, MA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock292019
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per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
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Harwich, MA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock292019
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Barnstable Town, MA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock312019
Mashpee, MA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock322019
Falmouth, MA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock352019

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