Waltham Woods Neighborhood, Lincoln

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe neighborhood — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lincoln

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 63 / 300 High
Violent Crime 100
0% below national avg
Property Crime 135
35% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is Waltham Woods Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is safe. Waltham Woods in Lincoln, MA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 63, which is 37% below the national average of 100. Waltham Woods is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lincoln.

Compared to the Lincoln average (crime index 63), Waltham Woods is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 39). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 39 (61% below avg)

Waltham Woods Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
70 -30% Low
Robbery
167 +67% High
Rape
39 -61% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
156 +56% High
Vehicle Theft
148 +48% Moderate

How Waltham Woods Compares

Crime index by category: Waltham Woods vs Lincoln average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Waltham Woods Crime Map

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

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Waltham Woods Demographics & Context

Population
583
Median Income
$127,000
Home Value
$1,200,689
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
913/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34.5%
Graduate Degree 32.4%

Housing

45%
55%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 61.4%
Black 14.5%
Hispanic 13.7%
Asian 13.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Waltham Woods, Lincoln?

Waltham Woods in Lincoln, MA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 63, which is 37% below the national average. Compared to the Lincoln average, crime in Waltham Woods is 0% lower. Waltham Woods is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lincoln.

Is Waltham Woods a safe neighborhood in Lincoln?

Waltham Woods is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lincoln, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 167), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 39). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lincoln.

How does Waltham Woods compare to the rest of Lincoln?

Waltham Woods's overall crime index is 63, compared to the Lincoln average of 63. This means crime in Waltham Woods is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 100, and for property crime it is 135. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Waltham Woods?

The most prevalent crime type in Waltham Woods is Robbery, with a crime index of 167 (67% 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 Waltham Woods?

Waltham Woods has a population of approximately 583. The median household income is $127,000. The median home value is $1,200,689. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Waltham Woods crime compare to the national average?

Waltham Woods's overall crime rate is 37% below the national average (index 63 vs 100). Within Lincoln, 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.