Crime Safety Grade

A+

Doylestown, PA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 99% of U.S. cities

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

Is Doylestown Safe?

With an overall crime index of 185, Doylestown has a 85% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 175. 100% of Doylestown neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Doylestown
185
Pennsylvania Avg
100
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
185
85% above average
Violent Crime
143
43% above average
Property Crime
96
4% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Doylestown

1 in 175

Property crime: 1 in 260

Where Is It Safe in Doylestown?

Doylestown Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 90% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 50% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 187 ▲ 87%
Assault Violent 190 ▲ 90%
Robbery Violent 52 ▼ 48%
Burglary Property 50 ▼ 50%
Larceny / Theft Property 53 ▼ 47%
Vehicle Theft Property 186 ▲ 86%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Doylestown Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Doylestown Hunt A 185

Doylestown Crime by Zip Code

Doylestown Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
17,408
Median Income
$124,034
Home Value
$490,442
Median Rent
$1,308
Home Ownership
83%

Racial Demographics

White
91.4%
Black
1.8%
Hispanic
3.6%
Asian
3.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Doylestown?
Doylestown has an overall crime index of 185, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Doylestown are rated A or B for safety.
Is Doylestown safe to live in?
Doylestown has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Doylestown?
The safest neighborhoods in Doylestown based on crime data include Doylestown Hunt. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Doylestown crime compare to the national average?
Doylestown's overall crime index is 185 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 85% higher than the typical US city.

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