Crime Safety Grade

A

Woburn, MA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 91% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Woburn Safe?

With an overall crime index of 56, Woburn has a 44% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 342. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Cummingsville earning an A+ grade while North Woburn rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Woburn
56
Massachusetts Avg
83
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
56
44% below average
Violent Crime
73
27% below average
Property Crime
64
36% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Woburn

1 in 342

Property crime: 1 in 391

Where Is It Safe in Woburn?

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Woburn Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 18% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 63% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 68 ▼ 32%
Assault Violent 71 ▼ 29%
Robbery Violent 80 ▼ 20%
Burglary Property 37 ▼ 63%
Larceny / Theft Property 74 ▼ 26%
Vehicle Theft Property 82 ▼ 18%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Woburn Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Cummingsville A+ 36
2 Shakerhill A 41
3 Mishawum A 61
4 Walnut Hill A 57
5 Downtown Woburn A 97
6 North Woburn A 43

Woburn Crime by Zip Code

01801
A Index: 66

Woburn Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
40,297
Median Income
$92,084
Home Value
$483,266
Median Rent
$1,763
Home Ownership
58%

Racial Demographics

White
78.7%
Black
5.7%
Hispanic
5.3%
Asian
9.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Woburn?
Woburn has an overall crime index of 56, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Woburn are rated A or B for safety.
Is Woburn safe to live in?
Woburn 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 Woburn?
The safest neighborhoods in Woburn based on crime data include Cummingsville, Shakerhill, Mishawum, Walnut Hill, and Downtown Woburn. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Woburn crime compare to the national average?
Woburn's overall crime index is 56 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 44% lower than the typical US city.

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