02124 Zip Code, Dorchester Center

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dorchester Center

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 91
9% below national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Dorchester Center zip codes

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Is 02124 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 02124 in Dorchester Center, MA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dorchester Center.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 119, 19% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 65).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 119 (19% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 65 (35% below avg)

02124 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
86 -14% Average
Assault
106 +6% Moderate
Robbery
65 -35% Low
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
70 -30% Low
Larceny / Theft
98 -2% Average
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

02124 Crime Map

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02124 Demographics & Context

Population
52,665
Median Income
$68,437
Home Value
$626,146
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
14,352/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.2%
Graduate Degree 8.9%

Housing

37%
63%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 17.6%
Black 60.5%
Hispanic 17.8%
Asian 7.2%
02124 Crime Map
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Dorchester Center Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 02124, Dorchester Center?

Zip code 02124 in Dorchester Center, MA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 02124 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dorchester Center.

Is Zip code 02124 a safe neighborhood in Dorchester Center?

Zip code 02124 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dorchester Center, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 119), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 65). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dorchester Center.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 02124?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 02124 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 119 (19% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 02124?

Zip code 02124 has a population of approximately 52,665. The median household income is $68,437. The median home value is $626,146. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 02124 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 02124's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Dorchester Center, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. 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.