Cambridge, MA crime snapshot: safety grade C, violent crime rate 3.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 2.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
High Risk
per 1000 residents
The area has very low safety standards with a D+ rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (52.2% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
With 715 total incidents, Cambridge shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is assault.
Cambridge demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for an area within Massachusetts (MA), we observe a total crime count of 715 incidents. The most prevalent crime category is assault, accounting for 348 incidents, primarily categorized as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is also significant, with a total of 293 incidents, encompassing various sub-categories such as "Motor Vehicle Theft" (7), "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (61), "Stolen Property Offenses" (34), "Larceny/Theft Offenses" (169), and "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (22). Robbery constitutes a smaller portion of the overall crime, with 25 incidents, all classified as "Robbery." Sex offenses account for 22 incidents, including "Sex Offenses" (15) and "Kidnapping/Abduction" (7). The "others" category includes 27 incidents, comprising "Fraud Offenses" (14), "Counterfeiting/Forgery" (7), "Extortion/Blackmail" (1), and "Arson" (5). Given the geoid_data "16000US2511000," we can infer that this data pertains to a specific area within Massachusetts. The "25" indicates Massachusetts, and "11000" likely represents a specific census tract or place within the state. Without additional data, it's challenging to pinpoint the exact city or town. However, we can use this geoid to potentially cross-reference with census data to determine the city name, population, and median income. To calculate the crime rate per 100k, we would need the population of the area represented by the geoid. Once we have the population, we can use the formula: (Total Crime Count / Population) * 100,000. Similarly, violent and property crime rates per 100k can be calculated using the respective counts for violent crimes (robbery, assault, sex offenses, and potentially some "others" subcategories) and property crimes. A safety score and grade would typically be derived from a combination of factors, including crime rates, types of crimes, community policing efforts, and other socio-economic indicators. Without a predefined scoring system, it's difficult to assign a specific safety score or grade. Crime map data would involve plotting the locations of these incidents on a map, which is not possible with the summary data provided. Zip code data would also require knowing the specific zip codes covered by the geoid. Based on the data, Larceny/Theft Offenses and Assault Offenses are the most significant contributors to the overall crime rate. Further investigation into the specific locations and circumstances surrounding these offenses could help inform targeted crime prevention strategies.
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Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Cambridge, MA.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
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Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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