Crime Safety Grade

B

Cheltenham, PA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 93% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Cheltenham Safe?

With an overall crime index of 49, Cheltenham has a 51% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 391. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Cheltenham earning an A grade while Cheltenham rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Cheltenham
49
Pennsylvania Avg
100
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
49
51% below average
Violent Crime
64
36% below average
Property Crime
74
26% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Cheltenham

1 in 391

Property crime: 1 in 338

Where Is It Safe in Cheltenham?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Cheltenham
A
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Cheltenham Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 3% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 65% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 54 ▼ 46%
Assault Violent 35 ▼ 65%
Robbery Violent 103 ▲ 3%
Burglary Property 45 ▼ 55%
Larceny / Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%
Vehicle Theft Property 86 ▼ 14%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Cheltenham Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Cheltenham A 49

Cheltenham Crime by Zip Code

19012
A Index: 49

Cheltenham Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
37,148
Median Income
$92,650
Home Value
$284,301
Median Rent
$1,182
Home Ownership
67%

Racial Demographics

White
51.6%
Black
27.7%
Hispanic
6.5%
Asian
15.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Cheltenham?
Cheltenham has an overall crime index of 49, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Cheltenham are rated A or B for safety.
Is Cheltenham safe to live in?
Cheltenham has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Cheltenham?
The safest neighborhoods in Cheltenham based on crime data include Cheltenham. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Cheltenham crime compare to the national average?
Cheltenham's overall crime index is 49 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 51% lower than the typical US city.

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