Neighborhood Crime Report
The Kensington
Boston, MA
B

Crime Score

Average crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 105
5% above avg
Robbery 198
98% above avg
Burglary 187
87% above avg
Larceny/Theft 198
98% above avg
Vehicle Theft 195
95% above avg
Demographics
$96,088
Average Home
$37,309
Average Income
104
Population
24.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
Low High
The Kensington Details

The Kensington, Boston Crime Information

Boston, MA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B

The Kensington

Boston, MA

Crime Score: B – Average crime

Low High
104
Population
$37,309
Median Income
$96,088
Median Home Value
24.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 105
Robbery 198
Burglary 187
Larceny/Theft 198
Vehicle Theft 195

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$96,088
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
3.3%
Renter Occupied
96.7%

Cost of Living

68% higher than national average
🏠 Housing +85%
🛒 Food & Groceries +81%
🚗 Transportation +59%
🏥 Healthcare +32%
💡 Utilities +60%

Demographics

Education Level

12.6%
High School+
38.2%
Bachelor's+
18.6%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
61.7%
Black/African American
2.2%
Hispanic/Latino
12.4%
Asian
29.4%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
37° / 20°F
Summer (Jul)
82° / 63°F
🌧️
46.3"
Annual Rain
❄️
41.0"
Annual Snow

About The Kensington

The Kensington is a neighborhood located in Boston, MA. With a crime score of B, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 104 residents with a median household income of $37,309.

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities