The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Cushing Square, Belmont, MA: Crime Maps and Statistics

A-

Overall Crime Grade™

Violent Crime Grade	A
Property Crime Grade	A
Other Crime Grade	B-

Which crimes are included?

$2.01 million

Cost of Crime™ for Cushing Square, Belmont, MA

In 2025, crime will cost $775 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Cushing Square 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 Cushing Square, Belmont, MA Safe?

The A- grade indicates that the rate of crime is lower than that of the average US neighborhood. Cushing Square ranks in the 82nd percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 82% of neighborhoods but less safe than 18%. This analysis applies only to Cushing Square's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby neighborhoods.

The crime rate in Cushing Square is 22.65 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Cushing Square Residents generally consider the northwest part of the neighborhood to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Cushing Square varies by area - ranging from 1 in 34 in the northeast areas to 1 in 54 in the northwest.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the west parts of Cushing Square, Belmont, MA see the most incidents - about 24 per year. In contrast, the east part of the neighborhood has the fewest, with approximately 9 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Cushing Square, Belmont, MA

The total projected cost of crime in Cushing Square for 2025 is $2,007,490. This translates to approximately $306 per resident and $775 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 0.4% of the median household income in Cushing Square. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:

Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 58.0%
Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 30.1%
Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 11.9%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Cushing Square Compared to Other Neighborhoods?

Cushing Square, Belmont, MA:	$306
Central, Boston, MA:	$654
Whittenton, Taunton, MA:	$197
Massachusetts:	$274
USA:	$464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Cushing Square is $306 per year, which is $159 less than the national average and $32 more than Belmont's city average. Below we compare neighborhoods similar to Cushing Square:

In Central, Boston, MA, crime costs $654 per person, which is $348 more than in Cushing Square.
In Whittenton, Taunton, MA, crime costs $197 per person, which is $109 less than in Cushing Square

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Cushing Square for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.

Crime	Cost to Cushing Square	Cost per Cushing Square Resident
Murder	$514,878	$78
Rape/Sexual Assault	$204,104	$31
Robbery	$66,491	$10
Assault	$264,572	$40
Kidnapping	$13,105	$2
Vehicle Theft	$129,167	$20
Burglary	$119,180	$18
Theft	$307,936	$47
Arson	$10,600	$2
Vandalism	$282,642	$43
Animal Cruelty	$1,516	$0
Drug Crimes	$72,839	$11
Identity Theft	$20,459	$3
Total Cost of Crime	$2,007,490	$306

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Cushing Square, Belmont, 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 Cushing Square totals $4,489,927 ($684 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $6,497,417 ($989 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 Cushing Square 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 south part of the neighborhood has more 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 Cushing Square’s 6,569 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.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Cushing Square, Belmont, MA at ISP Reports.

Cushing Square 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 Cushing Square residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Assault	1.402
Robbery	0.3218
Rape	0.5124
Murder	0.0417
Total Violent Crime	2.278 (A)

Property Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Theft	9.051
Vehicle Theft	1.270
Burglary	2.000
Arson	0.0668
Total Property Crime	12.39 (A)

Other Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Kidnapping	0.0329
Drug Crimes	1.499
Vandalism	6.023
Identity Theft	0.4024
Animal Cruelty	0.0312
Total "Other" Rate	7.988 (B-)

Individual Cushing Square Crime Maps & Stats

Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Neighborhoods

Compared to surrounding neighborhoods, the rate of crime in Cushing Square is lower. The table below shows Crime Grades for neighborhoods close to Cushing Square.

Nearby Neighborhood	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Waverley Square, Belmont, MA	A	A	A
Strawberry Hill, Cambridge, MA	B+	B+	A
East Watertown, Watertown Town, MA	B+	B-	B+
Bemis, Watertown Town, MA	A-	B	A
Warrendale, Waltham, MA	A-	A-	A
West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA	C	C-	C
Faneuil, Brighton, MA	A-	B-	A
Nonantum, Newton, MA	A-	A-	A-
North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA	B+	B-	A-
Newton Corner, Newton, MA	A	A	A

Crime Maps and Rates for Neighborhood with Similar Populations

Cushing Square is lower versus other neighborhoods of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in neighborhoods with comparable overall population in the neighborhood‘s boundaries.

Similar Neighborhood	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
The Woods at Mill Valley, Marysville, OH	A+	A+	A+
Downtown Annapolis, Annapolis, MD	F	D-	D-
Natomas Creek, Sacramento, CA	A+	A	A
Platt Park, Denver, CO	D	C-	C-
Reservoir, Little Rock, AR	D+	D	D
Rosedale, Kansas City, KS	D	D+	D+
South Lorain, Lorain, OH	C-	C	C
South Los Altos, Los Altos, CA	A	A-	A-
South Modesto Acres, Modesto, CA	B-	C-	C-
Southeast Como, Minneapolis, MN	F	D-	D-

Considering only the crime rate, Cushing Square is less safe than 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 Cushing Square, Belmont, MA average SchoolGrade of A, with 64% actual proficiency versus 61% projected; overall, schools exceed expectations. See Cushing Square schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 2 days 10 hours in Cushing Square. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Cushing Square, Belmont, MA

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.