Crime Safety Grade

F+

Chester, PA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 100% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Chester Safe?

With an overall crime index of 196, Chester has a 96% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 185. 0% of Chester neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 100% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Chester
196
Pennsylvania Avg
100
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
196
96% above average
Violent Crime
135
35% above average
Property Crime
145
45% above average
Safe Areas
0%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Chester

1 in 185

Property crime: 1 in 172

Where Is It Safe in Chester?

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Chester Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 96% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 84% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 193 ▲ 93%
Assault Violent 196 ▲ 96%
Robbery Violent 16 ▼ 84%
Burglary Property 97 ▼ 3%
Larceny / Theft Property 143 ▲ 43%
Vehicle Theft Property 195 ▲ 95%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Chester Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Delaware County Fairgrounds F 196

Chester Crime by Zip Code

19013
D+ Index: 165

Chester Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
33,855
Median Income
$32,867
Home Value
$71,497
Median Rent
$878
Home Ownership
37%

Racial Demographics

White
13.3%
Black
77.2%
Hispanic
10.6%
Asian
0.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Chester?
Chester has an overall crime index of 196, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 0% of neighborhoods in Chester are rated A or B for safety.
Is Chester safe to live in?
Chester has a crime safety grade of F+. Very high crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Chester?
The safest neighborhoods in Chester based on crime data include Delaware County Fairgrounds. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Chester crime compare to the national average?
Chester's overall crime index is 196 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 96% higher than the typical US city.

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