Is Warwick, RI Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Warwick, Rhode Island reported 49.47 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.22 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 180.09 per 100,000 below that reference, with 41 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Warwick, Rhode Island reported 12.07 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.25 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 36.17 per 100,000 below that reference, with 10 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Warwick, Rhode Island reported 57.92 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.30 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 135.08 per 100,000 below that reference, with 48 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Warwick, Rhode Island reported 67.57 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.36 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 120.58 per 100,000 below that reference, with 56 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Warwick, Rhode Island reported 783.14 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.71 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 323.83 per 100,000 below that reference, with 649 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Warwick, RI has an adjusted safety score of 72.0 out of 100. It ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Rhode Island. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Rhode Island 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 | 10 | 12.07 | 48.24 | 0.25× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 41 | 49.47 | 229.56 | 0.22× national |
| Burglary | 56 | 67.57 | 188.15 | 0.36× national |
| Larceny-theft | 649 | 783.14 | 1106.97 | 0.71× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 48 | 57.92 | 193.0 | 0.3× national |
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What drives Warwick's safety score?
Warwick ranks in the middle half of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Rhode Island, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 82,871 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 78.39, while Community Order is lowest at 63.94. The 14.45-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 783.14 per 100,000 (0.71× the national rate). Aggravated Assault is lowest on the same relative basis at 49.47 per 100,000 (0.22× 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
Warwick, Rhode Island recorded 649 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 80.7% of the 804 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 10 robbery reports (1.2%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Warwick, Rhode Island recorded 56 burglary offenses in 2025, 7.0% of the 804 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 10 robbery reports (1.2%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Warwick, Rhode Island recorded 48 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 6.0% of the 804 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 10 robbery reports (1.2%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Warwick, Rhode Island uses a reporting population of 82,871 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.
Warwick, Rhode Island has an adjusted score of 72 points out of 100 versus 73.94 in Cranston, Rhode Island, a difference of 1.94 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Warwick ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Warwick, Rhode Island has an adjusted score of 72 points out of 100 versus 54.92 in Providence, Rhode Island, a difference of 17.08 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Warwick ranks 2 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 Warwick safe compared to other places in Rhode Island?
Warwick is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 72.0 out of 100 and ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Rhode Island.
What is the crime rate in Warwick?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Warwick's safety rating?
Warwick's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 72.0 out of 100, which ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Rhode Island. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Warwick?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Warwick?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
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.