The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in 01074, MA: Crime Maps and Statistics

Crime per Capita in 01074

The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in 01074.

 

01074, MA Map of Crime Rates
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B

Overall Crime Grade™

C-
B+
Other Crime Grade
B

$90,475

Cost of Crime™ for 01074, MA

In 2025, crime will cost $929 per household.

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Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in 01074 in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is 01074, MA Safe?

The B grade indicates that the rate of crime is slightly lower than that of the average US zip. 01074 ranks in the 66th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 66% of zip codes but less safe than 34%. This analysis applies only to 01074's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby zip codes.

The crime rate in 01074 is 20.50 per 1,000 residents in the typical year.

The Cost of Crime™ in 01074, MA

The total projected cost of crime in 01074 for 2025 is $90,475. This translates to approximately $307 per resident and $929 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 0.9% of the median household income in 01074. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:
  1. Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 57.5%
  2. Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 29.9%
  3. Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 12.5%

How Much Does Crime Cost in 01074 Compared to Other Zip Codes?

01074, MA: $307
02116, MA: $652
01748, MA: $147
Massachusetts: $274
USA: $464

The Cost of Crime per resident in 01074 is $307 per year, which is $158 less than the national average and $33 more than Massachusetts's state average. Below we compare zip codes similar to 01074:
  • In 02116, MA, crime costs $652 per person, which is $345 more than in 01074.
  • In 01748, MA, crime costs $147 per person, which is $160 less than in 01074

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of 01074 for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.
Crime
Cost to 01074
Cost per 01074 Resident
Murder
$16,250
$55
Rape/Sexual Assault
$10,021
$34
Robbery
$4,569
$15
Assault
$24,808
$84
Kidnapping
$798
$3
Vehicle Theft
$1,971
$7
Burglary
$7,525
$26
Theft
$10,051
$34
Arson
$456
$2
Vandalism
$9,727
$33
Animal Cruelty
$48
$0
Drug Crimes
$2,718
$9
Identity Theft
$1,532
$5
Total Cost of Crime
$90,475
$307

The Intangible Cost of Crime in 01074, MA

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in 01074 totals $164,649 ($558 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $255,124 ($865 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the 01074 crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the zip has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of 01074’s 295 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

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01074 Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 01074 residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Assault
2.928
Robbery
0.4924
Rape
0.5603
Murder
0.0293
Total Violent Crime
4.010 (C-)
 
 

 


Property Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Theft
6.579
Vehicle Theft
0.4316
Burglary
2.812
Arson
0.0640
Total Property Crime
9.887 (B+)
 
 

 


Other Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Kidnapping
0.0446
Drug Crimes
1.246
Vandalism
4.616
Identity Theft
0.6710
Animal Cruelty
0.0221
Total "Other" Rate
6.599 (B)

 


Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Zip Codes

Compared to surrounding zip codes, the rate of crime in 01074 is higher. The table below shows Crime Grades for zip codes close to 01074.

Nearby Zip
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
B-
C
C+
A
C
A-
A+
A
A+
A+
A-
A+
A
C
A-
A+
A-
A+
C
D
C
A
A-
A
A+
A+
A+
A
B+
A

Crime Maps and Rates for Zip with Similar Populations

01074 is lower versus other zip codes of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in zip codes with comparable overall population in the zip‘s boundaries.

Similar Zip
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
D
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
C-
C-
B+
B
B
C
D-
D-
B+
C-
C-
D-
D
D
D-
F
F
F
F
F

Considering only the crime rate, 01074 is as safe as the Massachusetts state average and safer than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in 01074, MA average SchoolGrade of B, with 46% actual proficiency versus 45% projected; overall, schools meet expectations. See 01074 schools on SchoolGrade

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