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60%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
33%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
66%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleFoxborough/100k peopleMassachusetts/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime171n/a (estimate)9221,3922,324
Murder0n/a0.02.16.3
Rape7n/a37.729.140.0
Robbery3n/a16.237.766.1
Assault36n/a194.1253.1268.2
Violent crime46n/a (estimate)248322370
Burglary11n/a59.3142.8269.8
Theft107n/a576.9827.61,401.9
Vehicle theft7n/a37.799.7282.7
Property crime125n/a (estimate)6741,0701,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Foxborough, MA

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Foxborough is 60.3% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 46 violent crimes reported in Foxborough, equivalent to 248 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 32.9%. Additionally, Foxborough recorded 125 property crimes, amounting to 674 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 65.5%.

In the most recently reported crime year, Foxborough registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

Since 1990, property crime rates per 100,000 people in the United States have steadily decreased. Recently, the average did increase slightly. Having said that, Foxborough has a property crime rate that is well below the national average with only 674 reported property crimes compared to the national average of 1954. Based on this report, Foxborough remains a very safe place to live with regards to property crime.

Is Foxborough a Safe Place to Live?

Is Foxborough 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, Foxborough has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 60%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.47 daily incidents, encompassing 0.13 violent crimes and 0.34 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Foxborough as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Foxborough Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Foxborough crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Foxborough has increased by 2.4% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 7% and property crime has increased by 0.8%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Foxborough

In Foxborough, the current unemployment rate stands at 2.3%, diverging from the national average of 4.7%. The availability of job opportunities is a pivotal factor influencing unemployment and underemployment rates. Communities where individuals contend with limited employment prospects or a preponderance of low-wage positions may witness elevated rates of joblessness and income inadequacy, which can contribute to heightened crime levels driven by financial insecurity. Conversely, areas characterized by robust employment rates often experience a reduction in overall Foxborough crime rates.

Foxborough has a population density of 2126 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Foxborough crime rates.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Foxborough, 87.9% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Foxborough crime map



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

      • Foxborough crime rates are 60% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Foxborough are 33% lower than the national average
      • In Foxborough you have a 1 in 109 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Foxborough is safer than 55% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Foxborough has increased by 4%

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        Daily Crime In Foxborough (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Foxborough 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 Foxborough (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Massachusetts, are 1.51 times less than the state average and 2.52 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Foxborough on a daily basis are 1.30 times less than than Massachusetts average and 1.49 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Foxborough are 1.59 times less than the daily state average and 2.90 times less than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Foxborough (higher is better)

        What are the odds that you'll be safer in Foxborough, Massachusetts compared to other areas of Massachusetts, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Foxborough safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Foxborough is safer than 36% of Massachusetts cities, and 55% 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 Foxborough. At this time, Foxborough sees a above average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Foxborough

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Foxborough is 1 in 404
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Foxborough is 1 in 149
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Foxborough is 1 in 109
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Foxborough? If you reside in Foxborough, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 404. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 149 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Foxborough, is 1 in 109.

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

        A good indicator of whether Foxborough is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Foxborough has increased by 8%, while the property crime rate in Foxborough has increased by 2% year over year. The number of total crimes in Foxborough has increased by 4% year over year.

        Foxborough police department

        Item Foxborough Massachusetts National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)4011,659558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.32.23.3
        There are a total of 40 Foxborough police officers. This results in 2.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 8.4% greater than the Massachusetts average and 28.2% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Massachusetts

        State Total offenders Massachusetts /100K National /100K
        Massachusetts4,55172266
        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.

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        Dover, MA2,51885119203
        Cordaville, MA2,88463209272
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        Medfield, MA6,66876267343
        Hopkinton, MA3,864156245401
        Hopedale, MA3,64383432515
        Milton, MA27,59025492517
        Foxborough, MA6,119248674922

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        Foxborough, MA6,119248674922
        Source: The Foxborough, 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.