Crime Safety Grade

A+

Beverly, MA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 75% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 15+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Beverly Safe?

With an overall crime index of 86, Beverly has a 14% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 245. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Beverly Farms earning an A+ grade while Goat Hill rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Beverly
86
Massachusetts Avg
83
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
86
14% below average
Violent Crime
102
2% above average
Property Crime
92
8% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Beverly

1 in 245

Property crime: 1 in 272

Where Is It Safe in Beverly?

Beverly Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 19% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 21% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 100 ▼ 0%
Assault Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Robbery Violent 119 ▲ 19%
Burglary Property 79 ▼ 21%
Larceny / Theft Property 83 ▼ 17%
Vehicle Theft Property 113 ▲ 13%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Beverly Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Beverly Farms A+ 22
2 Centerville A+ 20
3 Prides Crossing A+ 27
4 Raymond Farms A+ 31
5 Rial Side A+ 46
6 Prospect Hill A+ 47
7 Beverly Cove A+ 92
8 North Beverly A+ 61
9 Montserrat A 66
10 Fish Flake Hill A 136
11 Shingleville A 134
12 Gloucester Crossing A 107
13 Downtown Beverly A 159
14 Folly Hill A- 162
15 Goat Hill A- 174

Beverly Crime by Zip Code

Beverly Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
42,062
Median Income
$84,354
Home Value
$464,003
Median Rent
$1,308
Home Ownership
60%

Racial Demographics

White
90.4%
Black
2.7%
Hispanic
4.4%
Asian
2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Beverly?
Beverly has an overall crime index of 86, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Beverly are rated A or B for safety.
Is Beverly safe to live in?
Beverly has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Beverly?
The safest neighborhoods in Beverly based on crime data include Beverly Farms, Centerville, Prides Crossing, Raymond Farms, and Rial Side. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Beverly crime compare to the national average?
Beverly's overall crime index is 86 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 14% lower than the typical US city.

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