Crime Safety Grade

A

Wellesley, MA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 95% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Wellesley Safe?

With an overall crime index of 45, Wellesley has a 55% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 610. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Babson Park earning an A+ grade while Woodlands rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Wellesley
45
Massachusetts Avg
83
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
45
55% below average
Violent Crime
41
59% below average
Property Crime
43
57% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Wellesley

1 in 610

Property crime: 1 in 581

Where Is It Safe in Wellesley?

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Wellesley Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 20% below avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 97% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 42 ▼ 58%
Assault Violent 80 ▼ 20%
Robbery Violent 3 ▼ 97%
Burglary Property 55 ▼ 45%
Larceny / Theft Property 30 ▼ 70%
Vehicle Theft Property 46 ▼ 54%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Wellesley Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Babson Park A+ 7
2 Overbrook A+ 14
3 Fells A+ 13
4 Dana Hall A 103
5 Wellesley Square A 43
6 Woodlands A- 90

Wellesley Crime by Zip Code

02482
A Index: 45

Wellesley Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
28,747
Median Income
$213,684
Home Value
$1,218,540
Median Rent
$2,177
Home Ownership
83%

Racial Demographics

White
75.7%
Black
3.7%
Hispanic
4.6%
Asian
16.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Wellesley?
Wellesley has an overall crime index of 45, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Wellesley are rated A or B for safety.
Is Wellesley safe to live in?
Wellesley has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Wellesley?
The safest neighborhoods in Wellesley based on crime data include Babson Park, Overbrook, Fells, Dana Hall, and Wellesley Square. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Wellesley crime compare to the national average?
Wellesley's overall crime index is 45 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 55% lower than the typical US city.

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