02891 Zip Code, Westerly

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Westerly

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 103 / 300 High
Violent Crime 83
17% below national avg
Property Crime 94
6% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 02891 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 02891 in Westerly, RI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Westerly.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 113, 13% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 42).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 113 (13% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 42 (58% below avg)

02891 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
105 +5% Moderate
Robbery
42 -58% Low
Rape
70 -30% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
96 -4% Average
Larceny / Theft
83 -17% Average
Vehicle Theft
102 +2% Moderate

02891 Crime Map

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02891 Demographics & Context

Population
20,746
Median Income
$85,500
Home Value
$843,960
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
673/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18%
Graduate Degree 11.6%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.9%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 3.6%
02891 Crime Map
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Westerly Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 02891, Westerly?

Zip code 02891 in Westerly, RI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. Zip code 02891 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Westerly.

Is Zip code 02891 a safe neighborhood in Westerly?

Zip code 02891 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Westerly, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 113), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 42). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Westerly.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 02891?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 02891 is Murder, with a crime index of 113 (13% above 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 02891?

Zip code 02891 has a population of approximately 20,746. The median household income is $85,500. The median home value is $843,960. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 02891 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 02891's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average (index 103 vs 100). Within Westerly, 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.