03217 Zip Code, Ashland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 178 / 300 High
Violent Crime 167
67% above national avg
Property Crime 141
41% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 03217 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 03217 in Ashland, NH has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 178, which is 78% above 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: 179, 79% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 116). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 179 (79% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 116 (16% above avg)

03217 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
179 +79% High
Assault
170 +70% High
Robbery
153 +53% High
Rape
165 +65% High
Property Crime
Burglary
139 +39% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
167 +67% High

03217 Crime Map

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03217 Demographics & Context

Population
1,842
Median Income
$60,578
Home Value
$277,427
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
165/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.4%
Graduate Degree 10.6%

Housing

57%
43%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.6%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 2.2%
03217 Crime Map
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Ashland Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 03217, Ashland?

Zip code 03217 in Ashland, NH has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 178, which is 78% above the national average. Zip code 03217 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ashland.

Is Zip code 03217 a safe neighborhood in Ashland?

Zip code 03217 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ashland, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 179), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 116). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ashland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 03217?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 03217 is Murder, with a crime index of 179 (79% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 03217?

Zip code 03217 has a population of approximately 1,842. The median household income is $60,578. The median home value is $277,427. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 03217 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 03217's overall crime rate is 78% above the national average (index 178 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.