Crime Safety Grade

A

Peabody, MA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 88% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Peabody Safe?

With an overall crime index of 63, Peabody has a 37% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 316. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like West Peabody earning an A+ grade while Peabody Town Center rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Peabody
63
Massachusetts Avg
83
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
63
37% below average
Violent Crime
79
21% below average
Property Crime
85
15% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Peabody

1 in 316

Property crime: 1 in 294

Where Is It Safe in Peabody?

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Peabody Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 8% below avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 28% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Assault Violent 92 ▼ 8%
Robbery Violent 72 ▼ 28%
Burglary Property 76 ▼ 24%
Larceny / Theft Property 90 ▼ 10%
Vehicle Theft Property 87 ▼ 13%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Peabody Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 West Peabody A+ 16
2 South Peabody A+ 47
3 Proctor A 67
4 Peabody Town Center A 120

Peabody Crime by Zip Code

01960
A Index: 64

Peabody Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
53,004
Median Income
$80,681
Home Value
$419,229
Median Rent
$1,503
Home Ownership
65%

Racial Demographics

White
86.7%
Black
3.8%
Hispanic
7.7%
Asian
2.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Peabody?
Peabody has an overall crime index of 63, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Peabody are rated A or B for safety.
Is Peabody safe to live in?
Peabody has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Peabody?
The safest neighborhoods in Peabody based on crime data include West Peabody, South Peabody, Proctor, and Peabody Town Center. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Peabody crime compare to the national average?
Peabody's overall crime index is 63 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 37% lower than the typical US city.

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