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Crime Statistics for Massachusetts


Overall Crime Rating:

B+ (42.39% lower than national average)



Investing in a security camera system effectively protects your home and family from criminals. Research consistently shows that these devices deter crime, with a reduction of 65% or more. Additionally, having surveillance cameras provides valuable evidence of criminal activity occurring. Surveillance camera systems are a proven cost-effective method to prevent, record, and decrease the overall rate of crime and will provide both you and your family with a much-needed peace of mind.



Cities with Highest Crime Rate:

  • Springfield
  • Holyoke
  • Brockton
  • Pittsfield
  • Fall River

  • Cities with Lowest Crime Rate:

  • Wayland
  • Hopkinton
  • Norfolk
  • Franklin
  • Medway

  • Boston Crime Rating:

    A (78.49% lower than national average)


    Boston is the capital and largest city of Massachusetts. It is the cultural and financial center of the New England region. The city has an area of 48.4 sq mi and a population of 675,647 as of 2020. Greater Boston is a larger metropolitan area with a population of 4,941,632. It is the eleventh-largest metropolitan statistical area in the country. The broader combined statistical area, which includes Worcester, Massachusetts and Providence, Rhode Island, has a population of approximately 8.2 million, making it the seventh-most populous in the United States. Boston was founded in 1630 by Puritan settlers. It played a significant role in the American Revolution and the nation's founding. Many important events took place in Boston during this time. After gaining independence, Boston continued to be a port, manufacturing hub, and center for education and culture. The city has a rich history and attracts many tourists. Faneuil Hall alone draws over 20 million visitors per year. Boston has many notable firsts, including the first public park, school, subway system, and large public library in the United States. In the 21st century, Boston has become a global leader in higher education and academic research. It is home to prestigious universities such as Harvard and MIT. The city is also known for its advancements in scientific research, law, medicine, engineering, and business. Boston is considered a pioneer in innovation and entrepreneurship, with thousands of startup companies. The city's economy is diverse, including finance, professional services, biotechnology, information technology, and government activities. Boston is also known for its philanthropy, with households in the city having the highest average rate of giving in the United States. Additionally, Boston is recognized for its environmental sustainability and new investment opportunities.


    Worcester Crime Rating:

    B- (14.56% higher than national average)

    Highest Risk Crime: Aggravated Assault


    Worcester is the second largest city in Massachusetts and the 114th most populous city in the United States. It was named after Worcester, England. According to the 2020 census, the city's population was 206,518, making it the second most populous city in New England after Boston. Worcester is located approximately 40 miles west of Boston, 50 miles east of Springfield, and 40 miles north-northwest of Providence. Due to its central location in Massachusetts, Worcester is known as the "Heart of the Commonwealth" and has a heart as its official symbol. The city is the historical seat of Worcester County. In the 19th century, Worcester became an industrial city thanks to the Blackstone Canal and rail transport. It was known for producing machinery, textiles, and wire. The city experienced significant population growth due to the influx of European immigrants during this time. However, after World War II, Worcester's manufacturing base declined, leading to long-term economic and population decline. It wasn't until the 1990s that the city began to rebound, with the growth of higher education, medicine, biotechnology, and new immigrant communities. Today, Worcester is recognized for its diversity and large immigrant population. It is home to communities of Vietnamese, Brazilians, Albanians, Puerto Ricans, Ghanaians, Dominicans, and others. Approximately 22% of the city's population was born outside the United States. Worcester is also a center of higher education, with eight colleges and universities located there, including the College of the Holy Cross, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), and Clark University. Architecturally, Worcester is known for its 19th-century triple-decker houses, Victorian-era mill architecture, and lunch car diners such as Miss Worcester. As the principal city of Central Massachusetts, Worcester serves as a regional government, employment, and transportation hub. Its integration with Boston's suburbs has increased since the 1970s, especially with the construction of various highways. Worcester now marks the western periphery of the Boston-Worcester-Providence (MA-RI-NH) U.S. Census Combined Statistical Area (CSA), also known as Greater Boston.


    Springfield Crime Rating:

    C (93.73% higher than national average)

    Highest Risk Crime: Robbery


    Springfield, Massachusetts, is the largest city in Hampden County and serves as its seat. It is situated on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River, where it meets the Westfield, Chicopee, and Mill Rivers. According to the 2020 census, the city has a population of 155,929, making it the third-largest city in Massachusetts and the fourth-most populous city in New England. The larger metropolitan area of Springfield, along with Greater Boston, has a population of 699,162. Springfield was established in 1636, making it the first Springfield in the New World. During the American Revolution, it was chosen by George Washington as the location for the Springfield Armory due to its central position. It also played a significant role in the Civil War, serving as a stop on the Underground Railroad and being the home of abolitionist John Brown. The Armory produced the famous "Springfield rifles" used by Union troops. Today, the national park site of the Armory houses the largest collection of historic American firearms. As the largest city in western New England, Springfield is the urban, economic, and media hub of the Connecticut River Valley. It has earned several nicknames, including "The City of Firsts" for its numerous innovations, such as the first American dictionary and gas-powered automobile, as well as the first machining lathe for interchangeable parts. It is also known as "The City of Homes" due to its Victorian residential architecture and "Hoop City" for being the birthplace of basketball. Just 24 miles south of Springfield is Hartford, the capital of Connecticut, located on the western bank of the Connecticut River. The region between Hartford and Springfield is called the Knowledge Corridor because it is home to over 160,000 university students and more than 32 universities and liberal arts colleges, making it one of the highest concentrations of higher-learning institutions in the United States. Springfield itself is home to several educational institutions, including Springfield College, Western New England University, American International College, and Springfield Technical Community College.


    Lowell Crime Rating:

    B (29.76% lower than national average)

    Highest Risk Crime: Robbery


    Lowell is a city in Massachusetts, USA. It is one of two traditional seats of Middlesex County, along with Cambridge. In 2020, the estimated population was 115,554, making it the fifth most populous city in Massachusetts and the third most populous in the Boston metropolitan statistical area. Lowell is also part of Greater Lowell, a smaller Massachusetts statistical area, and the Merrimack Valley region of New England. The city was incorporated in 1826 as a mill town and named after Francis Cabot Lowell, a local figure in the Industrial Revolution. It earned the nickname "cradle of the American Industrial Revolution" due to its textile mills and factories. Many of these historic sites have been preserved by the National Park Service to create Lowell National Historical Park. During the Cambodian genocide from 1975 to 1979, Lowell welcomed a large number of refugees, resulting in the establishment of a Cambodia Town and the second-largest Cambodian-American population in the US. Lowell is home to two higher education institutions. UMass Lowell, part of the University of Massachusetts system, has three campuses in the city. Middlesex Community College has two campuses in Lowell and Bedford, Massachusetts. The city also boasts several arts facilities, including the Whistler House Museum of Art, the Merrimack Repertory Theatre, the Lowell Memorial Auditorium, and Sampas Pavilion. In terms of sports, Lowell has a strong boxing tradition and hosts the annual New England Golden Gloves boxing tournament. It also has a baseball stadium, Edward A. LeLacheur Park, and a multipurpose indoor sports arena, the Tsongas Center, which have hosted collegiate and minor-league professional sports teams.


    Cambridge Crime Rating:

    A- (56.15% lower than national average)

    Highest Risk Crime: Larceny Theft


    Cambridge is a city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is a suburb in the Greater Boston metropolitan area, situated across the Charles River from Boston. The city's population is 118,403 according to the 2020 U.S. census. It is the largest city in the county, the fourth most populous city in the state, and the ninth most populous city in New England. Cambridge was named after the University of Cambridge in England, which played a significant role in the town's founding due to its association with Puritan theology. Cambridge is renowned worldwide for being home to two prestigious universities. Harvard University, an Ivy League institution established in 1636, is the oldest higher education institution in the United States and consistently ranks among the top universities globally. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), founded in 1861, is also located in Cambridge and is highly regarded as one of the best universities in the world. Additionally, Cambridge is the location of Lesley University and Hult International Business School. Radcliffe College, a prestigious women's liberal arts college, was based in Cambridge until its merger with Harvard in 1999. Kendall Square, situated near MIT in the eastern part of Cambridge, has gained recognition as "the most innovative square mile on the planet" due to its concentration of startup companies that have emerged since 2010.


    Brockton Crime Rating:

    C+ (29.54% higher than national average)

    Highest Risk Crime: Aggravated Assault


    Brockton is a city located in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States. According to the 2020 United States census, its population was 105,643. Along with Plymouth, it serves as one of the two county seats of Plymouth County. In terms of size, Brockton ranks as the sixth-largest city in Massachusetts. It has earned the nickname "City of Champions" due to the accomplishments of its native boxers Rocky Marciano and Marvin Hagler, as well as the successful sports programs at Brockton High School. Two villages within Brockton, Montello and Campello, have MBTA Commuter Rail Stations and post offices. Despite being the smallest neighborhood, Campello has the highest population. The city is home to the Brockton Rox, a baseball team. Additionally, Brockton holds the distinction of being the second-windiest city in the United States, with an average wind speed of 14.3 mph (23.0 km/h).


    New Bedford Crime Rating:

    B- (15.76% higher than national average)

    Highest Risk Crime: Robbery


    New Bedford is a city located in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. It sits on the Acushnet River in the South Coast region. Originally, the area belonged to the Wampanoag Native American people until English colonists purchased the land in 1652. The city was founded by English Quakers in the late 17th century and officially incorporated in 1787. During the first half of the 19th century, New Bedford was a significant whaling port and the wealthiest city in North America per capita. It was also a hub of abolitionism and attracted many freed or escaped African-American slaves, including Frederick Douglass. The city played a role in Herman Melville's novel Moby-Dick and served as the initial home port for the United States Coast Guard Academy. According to the 2020 U.S. census, New Bedford has a population of 101,079, making it the ninth-largest city in Massachusetts and the largest in the South Coast region. The city has a notable concentration of Portuguese Americans and is renowned for its fishing fleet and seafood industry. In fact, it has the highest annual value of any fishing port in the United States as of 2019. Additionally, New Bedford is home to the New Bedford Whaling Museum and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park.


    Quincy Crime Rating:

    B+ (46.99% lower than national average)

    Highest Risk Crime: Aggravated Assault


    Quincy is a city in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It is the largest city in the county and part of Metropolitan Boston. Its population in 2020 was 101,636, making it the seventh-largest city in the state. Quincy is known as the "City of Presidents" because it is the birthplace of two U.S. presidents, John Adams and his son John Quincy Adams. It is also the birthplace of John Hancock, the first signer of the Declaration of Independence and the first and third governor of Massachusetts. Quincy was first settled in 1625 and was initially part of Dorchester. It later became the north precinct of Braintree in 1640. In 1792, Quincy was separated from Braintree and named after Colonel John Quincy, who was the maternal grandfather of Abigail Adams and the namesake of John Quincy Adams. Quincy officially became a city in 1888. For over a century, Quincy had a thriving granite industry. It was also home to the Granite Railway, the first commercial railroad in the United States. Shipbuilding at the Fore River Shipyard was another important part of the city's economy. Additionally, both Howard Johnson's and Dunkin' Donuts were founded in Quincy in the 20th century.


    Lynn Crime Rating:

    B- (17.52% higher than national average)

    Highest Risk Crime: Murder


    Lynn is a municipality in Massachusetts, United States. It is the largest city in Essex County and the eighth-largest in the state. Lynn is located on the Atlantic Ocean, about 3.7 miles north of the Boston city line at Suffolk Downs. It is part of Greater Boston's urban inner core. The settlement of Lynn by Europeans dates back to 1629, making it the 5th oldest colonial settlement in the Commonwealth. Lynn was once known as the "City of Sin" due to its historical reputation for crime and vice. However, today it is recognized for its contemporary public art, immigrant population, historic architecture, downtown cultural district, loft-style apartments, and public parks and open spaces. These include the Lynn Shore Reservation, which is an oceanfront area, the Lynn Woods Reservation, a 2,200-acre park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, and the High Rock Reservation and Park, also designed by Olmsted's sons. Lynn is also home to Lynn Heritage State Park, a portion of the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway, and the Diamond Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. According to the 2020 United States census, Lynn has a population of 101,253.


    Newton Crime Rating:

    A+ (89.57% lower than national average)


    Newton is a city located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It is situated about 7 miles (11 km) to the west of downtown Boston. Newton is made up of thirteen villages, and it does not have a designated city center. As of the 2020 U.S. census, the population of Newton was recorded as 88,923.




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