Crime Safety Grade

B-

Somerville, MA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 71% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 19+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Somerville Safe?

With an overall crime index of 128, Somerville has a 28% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 195. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Powder House Square earning an A grade while Boynton Yards rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Somerville
128
Massachusetts Avg
83
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
128
28% above average
Violent Crime
128
28% above average
Property Crime
122
22% above average
Safe Areas
95%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Somerville

1 in 195

Property crime: 1 in 205

Where Is It Safe in Somerville?

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Somerville Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 58% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 8% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 150 ▲ 50%
Assault Violent 141 ▲ 41%
Robbery Violent 92 ▼ 8%
Burglary Property 94 ▼ 6%
Larceny / Theft Property 114 ▲ 14%
Vehicle Theft Property 158 ▲ 58%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Somerville Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Powder House Square A 27
2 Ball Square A 67
3 Assembly Square A- 86
4 Ten Hills A- 86
5 Davis Square A- 118
6 Spring Hill A- 100
7 Porter Square A- 113
8 Magoun Square A- 120
9 Duck Village B+ 91
10 Inner Belt B+ 200
11 Brickbottom B+ 199
12 Union Square / Prospect Hill B+ 117
13 Hillside B+ 121
14 Teele Square B 154
15 East Somerville B 125
16 Twin City B 198
17 North Point B 188
18 Winter Hill B- 143
19 Boynton Yards C+ 172

Somerville Crime by Zip Code

02144
A- Index: 108
02143
A- Index: 114
02145
B+ Index: 132

Somerville Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
81,175
Median Income
$102,311
Home Value
$715,938
Median Rent
$2,026
Home Ownership
34%

Racial Demographics

White
66.4%
Black
9.1%
Hispanic
12.1%
Asian
11.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Somerville?
Somerville has an overall crime index of 128, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 95% of neighborhoods in Somerville are rated A or B for safety.
Is Somerville safe to live in?
Somerville has a crime safety grade of B-. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Somerville?
The safest neighborhoods in Somerville based on crime data include Powder House Square, Ball Square, Assembly Square, Ten Hills, and Davis Square. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Somerville crime compare to the national average?
Somerville's overall crime index is 128 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 28% higher than the typical US city.

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