Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes Neighborhood, Salem

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

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Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Summary: Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes, Salem Crime Rate (2026)

Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes in Salem, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 35, which is 65% below the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 14, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 35 / 300 High
Violent Crime 32
68% below national avg
Property Crime 62
38% below national avg

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Is Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes in Salem, MA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 35, which is 65% below the national average of 100.

Compared to the Salem average (crime index 129), Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes is 94% lower in overall crime. This neighborhood is significantly safer than Salem as a whole, making it an attractive option for safety-conscious residents.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 88, 12% below average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 21). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 88 (12% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 21 (79% below avg)

Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
39 -61% Low
Assault
34 -66% Low
Robbery
21 -79% Low
Rape
32 -68% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
24 -76% Low
Larceny / Theft
88 -12% Average
Vehicle Theft
73 -27% Low

How Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes Compares

Crime index by category: Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes vs Salem average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes Crime Map

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Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes Demographics & Context

Population
82
Median Income
$95,370
Home Value
$348,980
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
5,098/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16%
Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 71.9%
Black 9.8%
Hispanic 9.8%
Asian 10.7%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Gallows Hill Index: 77
A
Castle Hill Index: 175
B-
Mill Hill Index: 168
A-
McIntire Historic District Index: 156
A-
Witchcraft Heights Index: 37
A
The Point Index: 151
B
Central Business District Index: 172
A-
South Salem Index: 127
B+
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes, Salem?

Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes in Salem, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 35, which is 65% below the national average. Compared to the Salem average, crime in Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes is 94% lower.

Is Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes a safe neighborhood in Salem?

Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Salem, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 88), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 21).

How does Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes compare to the rest of Salem?

Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes's overall crime index is 35, compared to the Salem average of 129. This means crime in Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes is 94% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 32, and for property crime it is 62. 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 Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes?

The most prevalent crime type in Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 88 (12% below the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Gallows Hill, Castle Hill, Mill Hill and McIntire Historic District. These areas are close to Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes?

Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes has a population of approximately 82. The median household income is $95,370. The median home value is $348,980. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes crime compare to the national average?

Princeton Crossing Apartment Homes's overall crime rate is 65% below the national average (index 35 vs 100). 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.