Crime Safety Grade

B

Medford, MA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 69% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Medford Safe?

With an overall crime index of 93, Medford has a 7% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 240. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like North Medford earning an A grade while Wellington rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Medford
93
Massachusetts Avg
83
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
93
7% below average
Violent Crime
104
4% above average
Property Crime
95
5% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Medford

1 in 240

Property crime: 1 in 263

Where Is It Safe in Medford?

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Medford Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 29% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 31% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 100 ▼ 0%
Assault Violent 129 ▲ 29%
Robbery Violent 82 ▼ 18%
Burglary Property 69 ▼ 31%
Larceny / Theft Property 91 ▼ 9%
Vehicle Theft Property 126 ▲ 26%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Medford Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 North Medford A 37
2 Lawrence Estates A 66
3 West Medford A 52
4 Medford Hillside A 96
5 Glenwood A- 99
6 Downtown Medford A- 171
7 South Medford B+ 100
8 Wellington B+ 125

Medford Crime by Zip Code

02155
A- Index: 86

Medford Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
58,290
Median Income
$101,168
Home Value
$551,992
Median Rent
$2,003
Home Ownership
56%

Racial Demographics

White
71.8%
Black
11.3%
Hispanic
5.1%
Asian
9.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Medford?
Medford has an overall crime index of 93, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Medford are rated A or B for safety.
Is Medford safe to live in?
Medford has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Medford?
The safest neighborhoods in Medford based on crime data include North Medford, Lawrence Estates, West Medford, Medford Hillside, and Glenwood. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Medford crime compare to the national average?
Medford's overall crime index is 93 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 7% lower than the typical US city.

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