02150 Zip Code, Chelsea

Last updated: May 5, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chelsea

Summary: 02150 (Chelsea, MA) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 02150 in Chelsea, MA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chelsea.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 5, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 115 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 02150 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 02150 in Chelsea, MA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chelsea.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 119, 19% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 58).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 119 (19% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 58 (42% below avg)

02150 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
98 -2% Average
Robbery
75 -25% Low
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
58 -42% Low
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

02150 Crime Map

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02150 Demographics & Context

Population
39,327
Median Income
$49,909
Home Value
$462,232
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
15,775/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 6.7%

Housing

29%
71%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 43.1%
Black 9.5%
Hispanic 64.9%
Asian 3.7%
02150 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 02150, Chelsea?

Zip code 02150 in Chelsea, MA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 02150 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chelsea.

Is Zip code 02150 a safe neighborhood in Chelsea?

Zip code 02150 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chelsea, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 119), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chelsea.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 02150?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 02150 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 119 (19% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 02150?

Zip code 02150 has a population of approximately 39,327. The median household income is $49,909. The median home value is $462,232. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 02150 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 02150's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Chelsea, 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 May 2026.