01564 Zip Code, Sterling

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sterling

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 36 / 300 High
Violent Crime 53
47% below national avg
Property Crime 39
61% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Sterling zip codes

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Is 01564 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 01564 in Sterling, MA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 36, which is 64% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sterling.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 82, 18% below average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 17).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 82 (18% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 17 (83% below avg)

01564 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
44 -56% Low
Assault
56 -44% Low
Robbery
61 -39% Low
Rape
50 -50% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
82 -18% Average
Larceny / Theft
17 -83% Low
Vehicle Theft
18 -82% Low

01564 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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01564 Demographics & Context

Population
8,248
Median Income
$136,069
Home Value
$498,194
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
260/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 31.7%
Graduate Degree 23.8%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.1%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 1.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01564, Sterling?

Zip code 01564 in Sterling, MA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 36, which is 64% below the national average. Zip code 01564 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sterling.

Is Zip code 01564 a safe neighborhood in Sterling?

Zip code 01564 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sterling, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 82), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 17). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sterling.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01564?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01564 is Burglary, with a crime index of 82 (18% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01564?

Zip code 01564 has a population of approximately 8,248. The median household income is $136,069. The median home value is $498,194. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01564 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01564's overall crime rate is 64% below the national average (index 36 vs 100). Within Sterling, 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.