Chatham Estates Neighborhood, Chester
Crime Rate & Statistics
Very high crime — well above the national average across categories
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Is Chatham Estates Safe?
No — this area has very high crime. Chatham Estates in Chester, PA has a safety grade of F. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average of 100.
Compared to the Chester average (crime index 196), Chatham Estates is 4% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 195, 95% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 155).
Chatham Estates Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Chester city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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188 | +88% | High | |
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Assault
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195 | +95% | High | |
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Robbery
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155 | +55% | High | |
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Rape
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191 | +91% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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176 | +76% | High | |
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Larceny / Theft
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176 | +76% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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191 | +91% | High | |
How Chatham Estates Compares
Crime index by category: Chatham Estates vs Chester average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Chatham Estates Crime Map
Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.
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Chatham Estates Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Chatham Estates, Chester?
Chatham Estates in Chester, PA has a crime safety grade of F as of 2026. The overall crime index is 192, which is 92% above the national average. Compared to the Chester average, crime in Chatham Estates is 4% lower.
Is Chatham Estates a safe neighborhood in Chester?
Chatham Estates has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of F. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 195), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 155).
How does Chatham Estates compare to the rest of Chester?
Chatham Estates's overall crime index is 192, compared to the Chester average of 196. This means crime in Chatham Estates is 4% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 182, and for property crime it is 181. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.
What type of crime is most common in Chatham Estates?
The most prevalent crime type in Chatham Estates is Assault, with a crime index of 195 (95% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near Chatham Estates?
Nearby neighborhoods include Delaware County Fairgrounds. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Chatham Estates?
Chatham Estates has a population of approximately 234. The median household income is $33,280. The median home value is $70,671. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Chatham Estates crime compare to the national average?
Chatham Estates's overall crime rate is 92% above the national average (index 192 vs 100). 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.