Center Hill Apartments Neighborhood, Worcester

Last updated: June 13, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Summary: Center Hill Apartments, Worcester Crime Rate (2026)

Center Hill Apartments in Worcester, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 42, which is 58% below the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 13, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 42 / 300 High

Violent Crime 49

51% below national avg

Property Crime 136

36% above national avg

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Is Center Hill Apartments Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Center Hill Apartments in Worcester, MA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 42, which is 58% below the national average of 100.

Compared to the Worcester average (crime index 128), Center Hill Apartments is 86% lower in overall crime. This neighborhood is significantly safer than Worcester as a whole, making it an attractive option for safety-conscious residents.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 37). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 163 (63% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 37 (63% below avg)

Center Hill Apartments Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Worcester	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	52	-48%	-77%	Low
Assault	67	-33%	-72%	Low
Robbery	38	-62%	-70%	Low
Rape	37	-63%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	163	+63%	+46%	High
Larceny / Theft	139	+39%	-8%	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	106	+6%	-41%	Moderate

How Center Hill Apartments Compares

Crime index by category: Center Hill Apartments vs Worcester average vs national average.

Crime by Category

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Center Hill Apartments Crime Map

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Center Hill Apartments Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$73,633

Home Value

$185,417

Median Age

Pop. Density

1,493/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.2%

Graduate Degree 2.6%

Housing

72%

28%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 58.3%

Black 20.6%

Hispanic 11.8%

Asian 16.1%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Tatnuck Index: 63

Cider Mill Index: 118

B+

West Tatnuck Index: 48

Newton Square Index: 91

Columbus Park Index: 137

B-

Salisbury Street Index: 79

University Park Index: 153

Elm Park Index: 137

B-

Center Hill Apartments Crime Map

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Worcester Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Center Hill Apartments, Worcester?

Center Hill Apartments in Worcester, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 42, which is 58% below the national average. Compared to the Worcester average, crime in Center Hill Apartments is 86% lower.

Is Center Hill Apartments a safe neighborhood in Worcester?

Center Hill Apartments is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Worcester, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 163), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 37).

How does Center Hill Apartments compare to the rest of Worcester?

Center Hill Apartments's overall crime index is 42, compared to the Worcester average of 128. This means crime in Center Hill Apartments is 86% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 49, and for property crime it is 136. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Center Hill Apartments?

The most prevalent crime type in Center Hill Apartments is Burglary, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Center Hill Apartments?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Tatnuck, Cider Mill, West Tatnuck and Newton Square. These areas are close to Center Hill Apartments and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Center Hill Apartments?

Center Hill Apartments has a population of approximately 63. The median household income is $73,633. The median home value is $185,417. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Center Hill Apartments crime compare to the national average?

Center Hill Apartments's overall crime rate is 58% below the national average (index 42 vs 100). 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 June 2026.