02072 Zip Code, Stoughton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Stoughton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 76 / 300 High
Violent Crime 86
14% below national avg
Property Crime 58
42% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 02072 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 02072 in Stoughton, MA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 76, which is 24% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Stoughton.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 100, 0% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 27). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 100 (0% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 27 (73% below avg)

02072 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
87 -13% Average
Assault
85 -15% Average
Robbery
81 -19% Average
Rape
89 -11% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
27 -73% Low
Larceny / Theft
46 -54% Low
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

02072 Crime Map

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

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02072 Demographics & Context

Population
28,604
Median Income
$107,335
Home Value
$528,380
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
1,742/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23%
Graduate Degree 13.5%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.7%
Black 17.6%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 02072, Stoughton?

Zip code 02072 in Stoughton, MA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 76, which is 24% below the national average. Zip code 02072 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Stoughton.

Is Zip code 02072 a safe neighborhood in Stoughton?

Zip code 02072 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Stoughton, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 100), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Stoughton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 02072?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 02072 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 100. Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 02072?

Zip code 02072 has a population of approximately 28,604. The median household income is $107,335. The median home value is $528,380. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 02072 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 02072's overall crime rate is 24% below the national average (index 76 vs 100). Within Stoughton, 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.