01541 Zip Code, Princeton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Princeton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 34 / 300 High
Violent Crime 96
4% below national avg
Property Crime 10
90% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 01541 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 01541 in Princeton, MA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 34, which is 66% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Princeton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 3). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 153 (53% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 3 (97% below avg)

01541 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
42 -58% Low
Assault
46 -54% Low
Robbery
153 +53% High
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
17 -83% Low
Larceny / Theft
3 -97% Low
Vehicle Theft
10 -90% Low

01541 Crime Map

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01541 Demographics & Context

Population
3,476
Median Income
$140,420
Home Value
$533,846
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
101/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 40.5%
Graduate Degree 25.6%

Housing

91%
9%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.4%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 1.8%
01541 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01541, Princeton?

Zip code 01541 in Princeton, MA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 34, which is 66% below the national average. Zip code 01541 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Princeton.

Is Zip code 01541 a safe neighborhood in Princeton?

Zip code 01541 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Princeton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 153), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 3). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Princeton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01541?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01541 is Robbery, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01541?

Zip code 01541 has a population of approximately 3,476. The median household income is $140,420. The median home value is $533,846. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01541 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01541's overall crime rate is 66% below the national average (index 34 vs 100). Within Princeton, 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.