Edgemont Senior Apartments Neighborhood, Chester
Crime Rate & Statistics
Very high crime — well above the national average across categories
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Is Edgemont Senior Apartments Safe?
No — this area has very high crime. Edgemont Senior Apartments in Chester, PA has a safety grade of F+. The overall crime index is 188, which is 88% above the national average of 100.
Compared to the Chester average (crime index 196), Edgemont Senior Apartments is 8% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 196, 96% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 177).
Edgemont Senior Apartments 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 | |
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| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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187 | +87% | High | |
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Assault
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182 | +82% | High | |
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Robbery
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190 | +90% | High | |
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Rape
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177 | +77% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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196 | +96% | High | |
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Larceny / Theft
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191 | +91% | High | |
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Vehicle Theft
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190 | +90% | High | |
How Edgemont Senior Apartments Compares
Crime index by category: Edgemont Senior Apartments vs Chester average vs national average.
Crime by Category
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Edgemont Senior Apartments Crime Map
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Edgemont Senior Apartments Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Edgemont Senior Apartments, Chester?
Edgemont Senior Apartments in Chester, PA has a crime safety grade of F+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 188, which is 88% above the national average. Compared to the Chester average, crime in Edgemont Senior Apartments is 8% lower.
Is Edgemont Senior Apartments a safe neighborhood in Chester?
Edgemont Senior Apartments has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of F+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 196), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 177).
How does Edgemont Senior Apartments compare to the rest of Chester?
Edgemont Senior Apartments's overall crime index is 188, compared to the Chester average of 196. This means crime in Edgemont Senior Apartments is 8% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 184, and for property crime it is 192. 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 Edgemont Senior Apartments?
The most prevalent crime type in Edgemont Senior Apartments is Burglary, with a crime index of 196 (96% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.
What are safer neighborhoods near Edgemont Senior Apartments?
Nearby neighborhoods include Delaware County Fairgrounds. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.
What are the demographics of Edgemont Senior Apartments?
Edgemont Senior Apartments has a population of approximately 9. The median household income is $26,847. The median home value is $80,282. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Edgemont Senior Apartments crime compare to the national average?
Edgemont Senior Apartments's overall crime rate is 88% above the national average (index 188 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.