Penshurst Place Condominiums Neighborhood, Worcester

Last updated: June 13, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Summary: Penshurst Place Condominiums, Worcester Crime Rate (2026)

Penshurst Place Condominiums in Worcester, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average.

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

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 158 / 300 High

Violent Crime 117

17% above national avg

Property Crime 92

8% below national avg

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Is Penshurst Place Condominiums Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Penshurst Place Condominiums in Worcester, MA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Worcester average (crime index 128), Penshurst Place Condominiums is 30% higher in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 198, 98% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 8). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this neighborhood.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 198 (98% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 8 (92% below avg)

Penshurst Place Condominiums 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	106	+6%	-23%	Moderate
Assault	198	+98%	+59%	High
Robbery	8	-92%	-100%	Low
Rape	156	+56%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	27	-73%	-90%	Low
Larceny / Theft	90	-10%	-57%	Average
Vehicle Theft	158	+58%	+11%	High

How Penshurst Place Condominiums Compares

Crime index by category: Penshurst Place Condominiums vs Worcester average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Penshurst Place Condominiums Crime Map

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Penshurst Place Condominiums Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$17,000

Home Value

$203,318

Median Age

Pop. Density

392/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.3%

Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

22%

78%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.6%

Black 5.6%

Hispanic 5.4%

Asian 0.2%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Biotech Park Area Index: 161

Bell Hill Index: 175

C-

Shrewsbury Street Index: 181

C+

Franklin Plantation Index: 138

Hamilton Index: 104

A-

Brittan Square Index: 125

B+

Lake Park Index: 126

B+

Downtown Worcester Index: 179

Penshurst Place Condominiums Crime Map

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Worcester Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Penshurst Place Condominiums, Worcester?

Penshurst Place Condominiums in Worcester, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 158, which is 58% above the national average. Compared to the Worcester average, crime in Penshurst Place Condominiums is 30% higher.

Is Penshurst Place Condominiums a safe neighborhood in Worcester?

Penshurst Place Condominiums is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Worcester, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 198), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 8).

How does Penshurst Place Condominiums compare to the rest of Worcester?

Penshurst Place Condominiums's overall crime index is 158, compared to the Worcester average of 128. This means crime in Penshurst Place Condominiums is 30% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 117, and for property crime it is 92. 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 Penshurst Place Condominiums?

The most prevalent crime type in Penshurst Place Condominiums is Assault, with a crime index of 198 (98% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Penshurst Place Condominiums?

Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Biotech Park Area, Franklin Plantation, Hamilton and Brittan Square. These areas are close to Penshurst Place Condominiums and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.

What are the demographics of Penshurst Place Condominiums?

The median household income is $17,000. The median home value is $203,318. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Penshurst Place Condominiums crime compare to the national average?

Penshurst Place Condominiums's overall crime rate is 58% above the national average (index 158 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.