Crime Safety Grade

A+

Hingham, MA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 99% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Hingham Safe?

With an overall crime index of 21, Hingham has a 79% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 595. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Crow Point earning an A+ grade while Main Street rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Hingham
21
Massachusetts Avg
83
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
21
79% below average
Violent Crime
42
58% below average
Property Crime
47
53% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Hingham

1 in 595

Property crime: 1 in 532

Where Is It Safe in Hingham?

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Hingham Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 23% below avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 80% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 31 ▼ 69%
Assault Violent 77 ▼ 23%
Robbery Violent 20 ▼ 80%
Burglary Property 64 ▼ 36%
Larceny / Theft Property 30 ▼ 70%
Vehicle Theft Property 45 ▼ 55%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Hingham Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Crow Point A+ 18
2 Main Street A+ 17
3 Downtown Hingham A+ 28

Hingham Crime by Zip Code

02043
A+ Index: 17

Hingham Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
23,983
Median Income
$147,520
Home Value
$826,790
Median Rent
$2,178
Home Ownership
82%

Racial Demographics

White
94.6%
Black
0.8%
Hispanic
1.3%
Asian
2.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Hingham?
Hingham has an overall crime index of 21, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Hingham are rated A or B for safety.
Is Hingham safe to live in?
Hingham 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 Hingham?
The safest neighborhoods in Hingham based on crime data include Crow Point, Main Street, and Downtown Hingham. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Hingham crime compare to the national average?
Hingham's overall crime index is 21 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 79% lower than the typical US city.

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