Crime Safety Grade

A

Concord, NH Crime Rate

Lower crime than 62% of U.S. cities

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

Is Concord Safe?

With an overall crime index of 101, Concord has a 1% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 243. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like East Concord earning an A+ grade while Concord Heights rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Concord
101
New Hampshire Avg
104
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
101
1% above average
Violent Crime
103
3% above average
Property Crime
132
32% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Concord

1 in 243

Property crime: 1 in 189

Where Is It Safe in Concord?

Concord Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 52% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 9% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Assault Violent 102 ▲ 2%
Robbery Violent 91 ▼ 9%
Burglary Property 107 ▲ 7%
Larceny / Theft Property 152 ▲ 52%
Vehicle Theft Property 138 ▲ 38%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Concord Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 East Concord A+ 55
2 West Concord A+ 86
3 Penacook A 116
4 South End A 93
5 North End A 107
6 Concord Heights A- 147

Concord Crime by Zip Code

Concord Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
43,503
Median Income
$70,004
Home Value
$234,783
Median Rent
$1,104
Home Ownership
55%

Racial Demographics

White
88.7%
Black
3%
Hispanic
2.4%
Asian
4.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Concord?
Concord has an overall crime index of 101, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Concord are rated A or B for safety.
Is Concord safe to live in?
Concord has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Concord?
The safest neighborhoods in Concord based on crime data include East Concord, West Concord, Penacook, South End, and North End. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Concord crime compare to the national average?
Concord's overall crime index is 101 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 1% higher than the typical US city.

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