01236 Zip Code, Housatonic

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Housatonic

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 94 / 300 High
Violent Crime 67
33% below national avg
Property Crime 38
62% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 01236 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 01236 in Housatonic, MA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Housatonic.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 100, 0% below average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 100 (0% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 22 (78% below avg)

01236 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
34 -66% Low
Rape
35 -65% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
35 -65% Low
Larceny / Theft
22 -78% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

01236 Crime Map

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01236 Demographics & Context

Population
970
Median Income
$57,983
Home Value
$555,115
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
173/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 29.6%
Graduate Degree 19.5%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.3%
Black 1%
Hispanic 5.5%
Asian 1.3%
01236 Crime Map
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Housatonic Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01236, Housatonic?

Zip code 01236 in Housatonic, MA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average. Zip code 01236 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Housatonic.

Is Zip code 01236 a safe neighborhood in Housatonic?

Zip code 01236 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Housatonic, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 100), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Housatonic.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01236?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01236 is Murder, with a crime index of 100. Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01236?

Zip code 01236 has a population of approximately 970. The median household income is $57,983. The median home value is $555,115. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01236 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01236's overall crime rate is 6% below the national average (index 94 vs 100). Within Housatonic, 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.