01581 Zip Code, Westborough

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Westborough

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 42 / 300 High
Violent Crime 43
57% below national avg
Property Crime 53
47% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 01581 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 01581 in Westborough, MA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 42, which is 58% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Westborough.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 76, 24% below average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 22).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 76 (24% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 22 (78% below avg)

01581 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
46 -54% Low
Assault
76 -24% Low
Robbery
22 -78% Low
Rape
27 -73% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
37 -63% Low
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
74 -26% Low

01581 Crime Map

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01581 Demographics & Context

Population
18,965
Median Income
$138,012
Home Value
$683,972
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
887/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 35.3%
Graduate Degree 32.6%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69.7%
Black 2.3%
Hispanic 4.8%
Asian 22.6%
01581 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 01581, Westborough?

Zip code 01581 in Westborough, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 42, which is 58% below the national average. Zip code 01581 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Westborough.

Is Zip code 01581 a safe neighborhood in Westborough?

Zip code 01581 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Westborough, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 76), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 22). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Westborough.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 01581?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 01581 is Assault, with a crime index of 76 (24% below the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 01581?

Zip code 01581 has a population of approximately 18,965. The median household income is $138,012. The median home value is $683,972. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 01581 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 01581's overall crime rate is 58% below the national average (index 42 vs 100). Within Westborough, 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.