01867 Zip Code, Reading

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Reading

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 30 / 300 High
Violent Crime 35
65% below national avg
Property Crime 27
73% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Reading zip codes

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Is 01867 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 01867 in Reading, MA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 30, which is 70% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Reading.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 55, 45% below average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 0).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 55 (45% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 0 (100% below avg)

01867 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
55 -45% Low
Assault
1 -99% Low
Robbery
36 -64% Low
Rape
48 -52% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
25 -75% Low
Larceny / Theft
0 -100% Low
Vehicle Theft
55 -45% Low

01867 Crime Map

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01867 Demographics & Context

Population
26,439
Median Income
$136,161
Home Value
$788,528
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
2,626/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 33.2%
Graduate Degree 27.7%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.5%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 6.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01867, Reading?

Zip code 01867 in Reading, MA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 30, which is 70% below the national average. Zip code 01867 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Reading.

Is Zip code 01867 a safe neighborhood in Reading?

Zip code 01867 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Reading, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 55), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 0). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Reading.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01867?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01867 is Murder, with a crime index of 55 (45% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01867?

Zip code 01867 has a population of approximately 26,439. The median household income is $136,161. The median home value is $788,528. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01867 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01867's overall crime rate is 70% below the national average (index 30 vs 100). Within Reading, 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.