01880 Zip Code, Wakefield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wakefield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 52 / 300 High
Violent Crime 65
35% below national avg
Property Crime 42
58% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 01880 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 01880 in Wakefield, MA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 52, which is 48% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wakefield.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 77, 23% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 28). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 77 (23% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 28 (72% below avg)

01880 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
62 -38% Low
Assault
77 -23% Low
Robbery
71 -29% Low
Rape
49 -51% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
28 -72% Low
Larceny / Theft
38 -62% Low
Vehicle Theft
61 -39% Low

01880 Crime Map

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01880 Demographics & Context

Population
26,458
Median Income
$117,345
Home Value
$709,611
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
3,333/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 32.4%
Graduate Degree 17.5%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.9%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 3.9%
01880 Crime Map
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Wakefield Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01880, Wakefield?

Zip code 01880 in Wakefield, MA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 52, which is 48% below the national average. Zip code 01880 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wakefield.

Is Zip code 01880 a safe neighborhood in Wakefield?

Zip code 01880 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wakefield, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 77), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wakefield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01880?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01880 is Assault, with a crime index of 77 (23% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01880?

Zip code 01880 has a population of approximately 26,458. The median household income is $117,345. The median home value is $709,611. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01880 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01880's overall crime rate is 48% below the national average (index 52 vs 100). Within Wakefield, 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.