01230 Zip Code, Great Barrington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Great Barrington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 79 / 300 High
Violent Crime 73
27% below national avg
Property Crime 58
42% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 01230 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 01230 in Great Barrington, MA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Great Barrington.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 38).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 38 (62% below avg)

01230 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
70 -30% Low
Assault
123 +23% Moderate
Robbery
42 -58% Low
Rape
57 -43% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
72 -28% Low
Larceny / Theft
38 -62% Low
Vehicle Theft
65 -35% Low

01230 Crime Map

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01230 Demographics & Context

Population
7,838
Median Income
$80,002
Home Value
$654,095
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
78/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.4%
Graduate Degree 18.6%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.6%
Black 3.2%
Hispanic 6.5%
Asian 2.4%
01230 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01230, Great Barrington?

Zip code 01230 in Great Barrington, MA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average. Zip code 01230 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Great Barrington.

Is Zip code 01230 a safe neighborhood in Great Barrington?

Zip code 01230 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Great Barrington, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 123), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Great Barrington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01230?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01230 is Assault, with a crime index of 123 (23% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01230?

Zip code 01230 has a population of approximately 7,838. The median household income is $80,002. The median home value is $654,095. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01230 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01230's overall crime rate is 21% below the national average (index 79 vs 100). Within Great Barrington, 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.