Whitman, MA Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: Whitman, MA Crime & Safety

What is Whitman's overall crime grade for 2026?

Whitman earns an overall crime grade of A for 2026 — one of the strongest safety ratings a Massachusetts town can receive. This grade reflects crime levels that are well below state and national benchmarks for a community of roughly 15,139 residents. The town's low poverty rate of 5.5% and median household income of $88,932 correlate strongly with its favorable safety profile. Fewer than 1 in 20 residents falls below the poverty line, a socioeconomic indicator that consistently tracks with reduced crime incidence.

What types of crimes happen most often in Whitman?

Based on the most recent 90-day incident window (through April 17, 2026), theft is the single most reported crime category at 30% of all incidents — the dominant concern by a wide margin. The breakdown across all reported incident types looks like this:

• Theft: 30% of incidents
• Other / miscellaneous: 21%
• Assault: 12%
• Vandalism: 11%
• Drug offenses: 8%
• Motor vehicle theft: 7%
• Retail theft: 7%
• Fraud: 4%

Taken together, theft-related categories (general theft plus retail theft plus motor vehicle theft) account for roughly 44% of all reported incidents, making property protection the top practical priority for Whitman residents. Violent crime — primarily assault at 12% — is comparatively low for a town this size, consistent with the A-grade safety rating.

How does Whitman's theft rate compare to its other crime categories?

Theft is nearly 2.5 times more common than the next individual crime category (assault at 12%). Vandalism follows closely behind assault at 11%, meaning that property-focused offenses — theft, vandalism, motor vehicle theft, and retail theft combined — represent approximately 55% of all incidents in the latest reporting period. Drug offenses (8%) and fraud (4%) round out the picture. The relative scarcity of violent crime compared to property crime is a pattern typical of high-income suburban towns like Whitman, where the median home value sits at $342,560.

Is Whitman safe to live in?

Yes — Whitman's A crime grade makes it one of the safer communities in the region. With a population density of just 842 people per square mile and an unemployment rate of 4.4%, the town has the socioeconomic conditions that support lower crime levels. Residential areas near South Whitman and North Whitman benefit from a community-oriented atmosphere and active local policing. While no community is entirely crime-free, Whitman's data shows that serious violent incidents represent a small fraction of overall reports, and the overwhelming majority of incidents fall into property or minor offense categories.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Whitman?

Whitman's overall A grade suggests that crime is relatively dispersed and low-intensity across the town rather than concentrated in specific hotspots. Neighborhoods in South Whitman and North Whitman are consistently cited for their residential stability, well-kept streets, and strong community engagement. Areas near Whitman Town Park and the historic downtown district tend to attract families and long-term residents, which correlates with lower incident rates. For the most granular neighborhood-level view, the interactive crime map on this page lets you filter by incident type — useful for zeroing in on where the 30% theft share or 11% vandalism share is geographically concentrated.

How often does motor vehicle theft occur in Whitman?

Motor vehicle theft accounts for 7% of recent incidents, with the latest recorded case dated April 16, 2026. While that share is modest relative to general theft (30%), it is worth noting for residents who park vehicles on the street or in less-monitored areas. Standard precautions — locking doors, using steering wheel clubs, and parking in well-lit locations — remain effective deterrents, particularly given that motor vehicle theft and retail theft together represent 14% of the town's incident volume.

Is fraud a significant concern in Whitman?

Fraud represents 4% of reported incidents — the smallest individual category in the current data — with the most recent case logged April 16, 2026. Although it is the least frequent category tracked, fraud tends to be underreported relative to its actual occurrence. Residents should remain alert to phishing attempts, identity theft schemes, and scam calls, especially given that Whitman's median household income of $88,932 can make its residents attractive targets for financial fraud. Reporting suspected fraud to the Whitman Police Department helps keep this category's share low.

What do Whitman's crime statistics mean for homebuyers?

For prospective homebuyers, Whitman's A crime grade is a meaningful positive signal. Paired with a median home value of $342,560 and a median rent of $1,378, the town offers a relatively affordable entry point into a safe suburban market by Massachusetts standards. The 5.5% poverty rate — well below the national average — and a stable unemployment rate of 4.4% suggest the community's safety profile is structurally sound rather than a short-term anomaly. Property crimes (particularly theft at 30% of incidents) are the primary consideration, but their prevalence in the data is partly a function of how thoroughly they are reported, not necessarily an indicator of high absolute risk.