02540 Zip Code, Falmouth

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Falmouth

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 123 / 300 High
Violent Crime 108
8% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 02540 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 02540 in Falmouth, MA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Falmouth.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 74).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 74 (26% below avg)

02540 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
152 +52% High
Robbery
74 -26% Low
Rape
94 -6% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
119 +19% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
129 +29% Moderate

02540 Crime Map

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

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02540 Demographics & Context

Population
8,513
Median Income
$80,697
Home Value
$1,152,916
Median Age
59
Pop. Density
647/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.3%
Graduate Degree 32%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.2%
Black 3%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 2.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 02540, Falmouth?

Zip code 02540 in Falmouth, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 02540 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Falmouth.

Is Zip code 02540 a safe neighborhood in Falmouth?

Zip code 02540 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Falmouth, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 152), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 74). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Falmouth.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 02540?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 02540 is Assault, with a crime index of 152 (52% 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 02540?

Zip code 02540 has a population of approximately 8,513. The median household income is $80,697. The median home value is $1,152,916. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 02540 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 02540's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Falmouth, 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.