01257 Zip Code, Sheffield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sheffield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 75 / 300 High
Violent Crime 69
31% below national avg
Property Crime 15
85% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Sheffield zip codes

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Is 01257 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 01257 in Sheffield, MA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sheffield.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 99, 1% below average), while vehicle 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
Assault · Index 99 (1% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 3 (97% below avg)

01257 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
60 -40% Low
Assault
99 -1% Average
Robbery
56 -44% Low
Rape
61 -39% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
37 -63% Low
Larceny / Theft
4 -96% Low
Vehicle Theft
3 -97% Low

01257 Crime Map

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01257 Demographics & Context

Population
2,268
Median Income
$70,843
Home Value
$506,484
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
61/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.7%
Graduate Degree 11.4%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93%
Black 1.5%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 0.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01257, Sheffield?

Zip code 01257 in Sheffield, MA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average. Zip code 01257 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sheffield.

Is Zip code 01257 a safe neighborhood in Sheffield?

Zip code 01257 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sheffield, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 99), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 3). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sheffield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01257?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01257 is Assault, with a crime index of 99 (1% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01257?

Zip code 01257 has a population of approximately 2,268. The median household income is $70,843. The median home value is $506,484. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01257 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01257's overall crime rate is 25% below the national average (index 75 vs 100). Within Sheffield, 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.