Laconia, NH Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: A-

Lower crime than 87% of major U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026

47%
Below Avg Crime
1 in 524
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 67
Property Crime Risk

Is Laconia Safe?

Yes — Laconia is safe overall

A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.

Laconia has a crime rate that is 47% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 524.

Crime Index Comparison

Laconia
53
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

Violent Crime

1 in 524

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

50% lower than national average

Property Crime

1 in 67

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

18% lower than national average

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Laconia Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 18% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 59% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
60 -40% Low
Assault
51 -49% Low
Robbery
45 -55% Low
Rape
53 -47% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
41 -59% Low
Larceny / Theft
82 -18% Average
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Laconia Crime Map

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Laconia Crime by Zip Code

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Laconia Demographics & Context

Population
16,584
Median Income
$55,814
Home Value
$202,060
Median Rent
$991
Ownership
57%

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 1.9%
White 91.6%
Black 1.6%
Asian 4.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Laconia, NH?

Laconia, NH has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 47% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 524 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 67 chance for property crime. Laconia has lower crime than 87% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Laconia, NH safe to live in?

Laconia is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Laconia is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Laconia?

The estimated violent crime rate in Laconia is 191.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 50% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 524 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.0 per 100K (40% below average); aggravated assault at 136.9 per 100K (49% below average); robbery at 33.1 per 100K (55% below average).

What is the property crime rate in Laconia?

The estimated property crime rate in Laconia is 1,496.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 18% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 67 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 110.7 per 100K (59% below average); larceny/theft at 1,143.7 per 100K (18% below average); vehicle theft at 241.8 per 100K (24% below average).

How does Laconia crime compare to the national average?

Laconia's overall crime rate is 47% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (18% below average), while burglary is 59% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Laconia has lower crime than 87% of them.

Is Laconia safe to visit?

Laconia is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 18% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.

How does Laconia crime compare to the rest of New Hampshire?

New Hampshire as a whole has crime that is 4% above the national average. Laconia's crime rate is 47% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Hampshire city.

What type of crime is most common in Laconia?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Laconia, with an estimated rate of 1,143.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 18% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,496 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (191 per 100K) in Laconia, which is consistent with national trends.

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