Mission Hill Neighborhood, Roxbury Crossing

Last updated: May 1, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Roxbury Crossing

Summary: Mission Hill, Roxbury Crossing Crime Rate (2026)

Mission Hill in Roxbury Crossing, MA has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Mission Hill is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Roxbury Crossing.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 1, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 129 / 300 High

Violent Crime 154

54% above national avg

Property Crime 147

47% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is Mission Hill Safe?

Mostly yes — this neighborhood is fairly safe. Mission Hill in Roxbury Crossing, MA has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. Mission Hill is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Roxbury Crossing.

Compared to the Roxbury Crossing average (crime index 129), Mission Hill is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 168, 68% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 168 (68% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 110 (10% above avg)

Mission Hill Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Roxbury Crossing	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	155	+55%	0%	High
Assault	132	+32%	0%	Moderate
Robbery	161	+61%	0%	High
Rape	167	+67%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	110	+10%	0%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	163	+63%	0%	High
Vehicle Theft	168	+68%	0%	High

How Mission Hill Compares

Crime index by category: Mission Hill vs Roxbury Crossing average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Mission Hill Crime Map

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Mission Hill Demographics & Context

Population

18,310

Median Income

$47,347

Home Value

$614,246

Median Age

Pop. Density

31,433/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.1%

Graduate Degree 18.5%

Housing

12%

88%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 48.5%

Black 20.1%

Hispanic 21.7%

Asian 17%

Mission Hill Crime Map

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Roxbury Crossing Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Mission Hill, Roxbury Crossing?

Mission Hill in Roxbury Crossing, MA has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Compared to the Roxbury Crossing average, crime in Mission Hill is 0% lower. Mission Hill is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Roxbury Crossing.

Is Mission Hill a safe neighborhood in Roxbury Crossing?

Mission Hill is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Roxbury Crossing, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 168), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Roxbury Crossing.

How does Mission Hill compare to the rest of Roxbury Crossing?

Mission Hill's overall crime index is 129, compared to the Roxbury Crossing average of 129. This means crime in Mission Hill is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 154, and for property crime it is 147. 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 Mission Hill?

The most prevalent crime type in Mission Hill is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 168 (68% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Mission Hill?

Mission Hill has a population of approximately 18,310. The median household income is $47,347. The median home value is $614,246. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Mission Hill crime compare to the national average?

Mission Hill's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Roxbury Crossing, 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 May 2026.