01420 Zip Code, Fitchburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fitchburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 01420 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 01420 in Fitchburg, MA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fitchburg.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 116).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 116 (16% above avg)

01420 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
134 +34% Moderate
Robbery
130 +30% Moderate
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
140 +40% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
129 +29% Moderate

01420 Crime Map

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01420 Demographics & Context

Population
42,921
Median Income
$65,106
Home Value
$322,048
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
1,342/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.7%
Graduate Degree 7.6%

Housing

51%
49%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69.5%
Black 7.8%
Hispanic 25%
Asian 4.9%
01420 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01420, Fitchburg?

Zip code 01420 in Fitchburg, MA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 01420 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fitchburg.

Is Zip code 01420 a safe neighborhood in Fitchburg?

Zip code 01420 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fitchburg, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 140), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 116). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fitchburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01420?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01420 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 140 (40% 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 01420?

Zip code 01420 has a population of approximately 42,921. The median household income is $65,106. The median home value is $322,048. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01420 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01420's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Fitchburg, 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.