Is Nashua, NH Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Nashua, New Hampshire reported 31.82 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.17 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 156.33 per 100,000 below that reference, with 29 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Nashua, New Hampshire reported 43.89 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.23 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 149.11 per 100,000 below that reference, with 40 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Nashua, New Hampshire reported 52.67 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.23 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 176.89 per 100,000 below that reference, with 48 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Nashua, New Hampshire reported 16.46 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.34 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 31.78 per 100,000 below that reference, with 15 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Nashua, New Hampshire reported 955.77 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.86 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 151.20 per 100,000 below that reference, with 871 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Nashua, NH has an adjusted safety score of 67.21 out of 100. It ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in New Hampshire. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the New Hampshire workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 15 | 16.46 | 48.24 | 0.34× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 48 | 52.67 | 229.56 | 0.23× national |
| Burglary | 29 | 31.82 | 188.15 | 0.17× national |
| Larceny-theft | 871 | 955.77 | 1106.97 | 0.86× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 40 | 43.89 | 193.0 | 0.23× national |
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What drives Nashua's safety score?
Nashua ranks in the top quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in New Hampshire, ahead of approximately 67% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 91,131 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 73.48, while Community Order is lowest at 58.39. The 15.09-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Larceny-theft is highest relative to its national reference at 955.77 per 100,000 (0.86× the national rate). Burglary is lowest on the same relative basis at 31.82 per 100,000 (0.17× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Nashua, New Hampshire recorded 871 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 86.8% of the 1,003 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 15 robbery reports (1.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Nashua, New Hampshire recorded 48 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 4.8% of the 1,003 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 15 robbery reports (1.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Nashua, New Hampshire recorded 40 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 4.0% of the 1,003 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 15 robbery reports (1.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Nashua, New Hampshire uses a reporting population of 91,131 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Nashua, New Hampshire has an adjusted score of 67.21 points out of 100 versus 54.18 in Concord, New Hampshire, a difference of 13.03 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Nashua ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Nashua, New Hampshire has an adjusted score of 67.21 points out of 100 versus 39.07 in Manchester, New Hampshire, a difference of 28.14 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Nashua ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nashua safe compared to other places in New Hampshire?
Nashua is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 67.21 out of 100 and ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in New Hampshire.
What is the crime rate in Nashua?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Nashua's safety rating?
Nashua's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 67.21 out of 100, which ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in New Hampshire. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Nashua?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Nashua?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
New Hampshire safety directory
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.