4939 Dorchester Condominiums Neighborhood, Chicago

Last updated: November 4, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Summary: 4939 Dorchester Condominiums, Chicago Crime Rate (2026)

4939 Dorchester Condominiums, Chicago, IL has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 4% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: November 4, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 104 / 300 High
Violent Crime 86
14% below national avg
Property Crime 168
68% above national avg

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in Chicago

Is 4939 Dorchester Condominiums Safe?

Mixed — the grade is relative to other neighborhoods, but crime is above the national average. 4939 Dorchester Condominiums in Chicago, IL has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Chicago average (crime index 121), 4939 Dorchester Condominiums is 17% lower in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 199, 99% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 3). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 199 (99% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 3 (97% below avg)

4939 Dorchester Condominiums Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
102 +2% Moderate
Assault
131 +31% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
3 -97% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
199 +99% High
Larceny / Theft
180 +80% High
Vehicle Theft
126 +26% Moderate

How 4939 Dorchester Condominiums Compares

Crime index by category: 4939 Dorchester Condominiums vs Chicago average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

4939 Dorchester Condominiums Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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4939 Dorchester Condominiums Demographics & Context

Population
12
Median Income
$77,465
Home Value
$134,168
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
23,565/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 27.9%
Graduate Degree 30%

Housing

28%
72%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 12%
Black 76.5%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 5.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in 4939 Dorchester Condominiums, Chicago?

4939 Dorchester Condominiums in Chicago, IL has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Compared to the Chicago average, crime in 4939 Dorchester Condominiums is 17% lower.

Is 4939 Dorchester Condominiums a safe neighborhood in Chicago?

4939 Dorchester Condominiums has a mixed safety picture with a crime grade of B-, and an overall crime index 104 (4% above the national average). Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 199), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 3).

How does 4939 Dorchester Condominiums compare to the rest of Chicago?

4939 Dorchester Condominiums's overall crime index is 104, compared to the Chicago average of 121. This means crime in 4939 Dorchester Condominiums is 17% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 86, and for property crime it is 168. 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 4939 Dorchester Condominiums?

The most common crime type in 4939 Dorchester Condominiums is Burglary, with a crime index of 199 (99% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near 4939 Dorchester Condominiums?

Nearby neighborhoods include Kenwood, Hyde Park, Jackson Park, Washington Park. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of 4939 Dorchester Condominiums?

4939 Dorchester Condominiums has a population of approximately 12. The median household income is $77,465. The median home value is $134,168. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does 4939 Dorchester Condominiums crime compare to the national average?

4939 Dorchester Condominiums's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 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 November 2026.