Center Harbor, NH Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 98% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Center Harbor Safe?
Yes — Center Harbor is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Center Harbor has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 559.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 559
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
53% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 258
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
79% lower than national average
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Center Harbor Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
41 | -59% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
34 | -66% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
19 | -81% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
8 | -92% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Center Harbor Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Center Harbor, NH?
Center Harbor, NH has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 559 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 258 chance for property crime. Center Harbor has lower crime than 98% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Center Harbor, NH safe to live in?
Center Harbor is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Center Harbor is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Center Harbor?
The estimated violent crime rate in Center Harbor is 178.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 559 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.0 per 100K (59% below average); aggravated assault at 125.8 per 100K (53% below average); robbery at 36.9 per 100K (50% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Center Harbor?
The estimated property crime rate in Center Harbor is 387.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 79% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 258 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 92.3 per 100K (66% below average); larceny/theft at 269.5 per 100K (81% below average); vehicle theft at 25.7 per 100K (92% below average).
How does Center Harbor crime compare to the national average?
Center Harbor's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (50% below average), while vehicle theft is 92% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Center Harbor has lower crime than 98% of them.
Is Center Harbor safe to visit?
Center Harbor is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 79% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Center Harbor crime compare to the rest of New Hampshire?
New Hampshire as a whole has crime that is 4% above the national average. Center Harbor's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Hampshire city.
What type of crime is most common in Center Harbor?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Center Harbor, with an estimated rate of 269.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 81% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (388 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (179 per 100K) in Center Harbor, which is consistent with national trends.