Birch Meadow Apartment Homes Neighborhood, Manchester

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe neighborhood — below-average crime across most categories

Summary: Birch Meadow Apartment Homes, Manchester Crime Rate (2026)

Birch Meadow Apartment Homes in Manchester, CT has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 56, which is 44% below the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 10, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 56 / 300 High
Violent Crime 89
11% below national avg
Property Crime 107
7% above national avg

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Is Birch Meadow Apartment Homes Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is safe. Birch Meadow Apartment Homes in Manchester, CT has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 56, which is 44% below the national average of 100.

Compared to the Manchester average (crime index 84), Birch Meadow Apartment Homes is 28% lower in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 65).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 65 (35% below avg)

Birch Meadow Apartment Homes Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
65 -35% Low
Assault
83 -17% Average
Robbery
96 -4% Average
Rape
112 +12% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
74 -26% Low
Larceny / Theft
127 +27% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

How Birch Meadow Apartment Homes Compares

Crime index by category: Birch Meadow Apartment Homes vs Manchester average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Birch Meadow Apartment Homes Crime Map

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

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Birch Meadow Apartment Homes Demographics & Context

Population
40
Median Income
$68,151
Home Value
$161,895
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
2,663/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.3%
Graduate Degree 14.6%

Housing

34%
66%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 43%
Black 26.2%
Hispanic 21.8%
Asian 17.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Birch Meadow Apartment Homes, Manchester?

Birch Meadow Apartment Homes in Manchester, CT has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 56, which is 44% below the national average. Compared to the Manchester average, crime in Birch Meadow Apartment Homes is 28% lower.

Is Birch Meadow Apartment Homes a safe neighborhood in Manchester?

Birch Meadow Apartment Homes is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Manchester, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 127), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 65).

How does Birch Meadow Apartment Homes compare to the rest of Manchester?

Birch Meadow Apartment Homes's overall crime index is 56, compared to the Manchester average of 84. This means crime in Birch Meadow Apartment Homes is 28% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 89, and for property crime it is 107. 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 Birch Meadow Apartment Homes?

The most prevalent crime type in Birch Meadow Apartment Homes is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Birch Meadow Apartment Homes?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Buckley, Bowers, Robertson and Center. These areas are close to Birch Meadow Apartment Homes and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Birch Meadow Apartment Homes?

Birch Meadow Apartment Homes has a population of approximately 40. The median household income is $68,151. The median home value is $161,895. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Birch Meadow Apartment Homes crime compare to the national average?

Birch Meadow Apartment Homes's overall crime rate is 44% below the national average (index 56 vs 100). 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 May 2026.