03741 Zip Code, Canaan

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Canaan

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 106 / 300 High
Violent Crime 111
11% above national avg
Property Crime 66
34% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Canaan zip codes

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Is 03741 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 03741 in Canaan, NH has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Canaan.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 32 (68% below avg)

03741 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
102 +2% Moderate
Assault
94 -6% Average
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
107 +7% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
32 -68% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

03741 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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03741 Demographics & Context

Population
4,634
Median Income
$82,043
Home Value
$308,521
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
59/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.4%
Graduate Degree 8.9%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.5%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 1.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 03741, Canaan?

Zip code 03741 in Canaan, NH has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average. Zip code 03741 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Canaan.

Is Zip code 03741 a safe neighborhood in Canaan?

Zip code 03741 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Canaan, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 131), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Canaan.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 03741?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 03741 is Rape, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 03741?

Zip code 03741 has a population of approximately 4,634. The median household income is $82,043. The median home value is $308,521. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 03741 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 03741's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). Within Canaan, 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.