Crime Safety Grade

B

Waltham, MA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 80% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 15+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Waltham Safe?

With an overall crime index of 79, Waltham has a 21% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 287. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Cedarwood earning an A+ grade while The Chemistry rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Waltham
79
Massachusetts Avg
83
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
79
21% below average
Violent Crime
87
13% below average
Property Crime
92
8% below average
Safe Areas
93%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Waltham

1 in 287

Property crime: 1 in 272

Where Is It Safe in Waltham?

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Waltham Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 5% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 34% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 100 ▼ 0%
Assault Violent 86 ▼ 14%
Robbery Violent 75 ▼ 25%
Burglary Property 66 ▼ 34%
Larceny / Theft Property 105 ▲ 5%
Vehicle Theft Property 104 ▲ 4%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Waltham Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Cedarwood A+ 14
2 The Lanes A+ 18
3 Warrendale A+ 20
4 The Highlands A 64
5 Brandeis A 20
6 Piety Corner A 62
7 Bentley A 70
8 Angleside A 42
9 West Waltham A- 87
10 Lakeview A- 95
11 The Bleachery B+ 101
12 Southside B 148
13 Bank Square B 148
14 Robert's B 120
15 The Chemistry C+ 169

Waltham Crime by Zip Code

02452
A- Index: 76
02451
A- Index: 79
02453
A- Index: 105

Waltham Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
62,597
Median Income
$95,851
Home Value
$573,950
Median Rent
$1,774
Home Ownership
50%

Racial Demographics

White
68.2%
Black
7.9%
Hispanic
15.4%
Asian
13.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Waltham?
Waltham has an overall crime index of 79, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 93% of neighborhoods in Waltham are rated A or B for safety.
Is Waltham safe to live in?
Waltham 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 Waltham?
The safest neighborhoods in Waltham based on crime data include Cedarwood, The Lanes, Warrendale, The Highlands, and Brandeis. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Waltham crime compare to the national average?
Waltham's overall crime index is 79 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 21% lower than the typical US city.

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