01721 Zip Code, Ashland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 37 / 300 High
Violent Crime 36
64% below national avg
Property Crime 2
98% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 01721 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 01721 in Ashland, MA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 37, which is 63% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashland.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 45, 55% below average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 0). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 45 (55% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 0 (100% below avg)

01721 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Ashland city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
45 -55% Low
Assault
39 -61% Low
Robbery
26 -74% Low
Rape
33 -67% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
7 -93% Low
Larceny / Theft
0 -100% Low
Vehicle Theft
0 -100% Low

01721 Crime Map

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01721 Demographics & Context

Population
17,983
Median Income
$137,011
Home Value
$601,120
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
1,404/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 35.3%
Graduate Degree 25.4%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 78.3%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 5.2%
Asian 12.2%
01721 Crime Map
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Ashland Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01721, Ashland?

Zip code 01721 in Ashland, MA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 37, which is 63% below the national average. Zip code 01721 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ashland.

Is Zip code 01721 a safe neighborhood in Ashland?

Zip code 01721 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ashland, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 45), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 0). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ashland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01721?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01721 is Murder, with a crime index of 45 (55% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01721?

Zip code 01721 has a population of approximately 17,983. The median household income is $137,011. The median home value is $601,120. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01721 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01721's overall crime rate is 63% below the national average (index 37 vs 100). Within Ashland, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.