Lawrence, MA crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 8.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 4.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
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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 (64.0% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
The high crime volume of 1,046 incidents indicates this is an active urban area. The most common crime type is assault.
Lawrence demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US2534550, a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. The total count of reported crimes is 1046. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 649 incidents, predominantly categorized as "Assault Offenses." Property crime follows, with a total of 309 incidents, broken down into "Stolen Property Offenses" (58), "Larceny/Theft Offenses" (84), "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (33), "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (125), and "Motor Vehicle Theft" (9). Robbery accounts for 17 incidents, all classified as "Robbery." Sex offenses total 29, including "Sex Offenses" (13) and "Kidnapping/Abduction" (16). Homicide is relatively low, with 3 reported incidents of "Homicide Offenses." The "others" category includes 39 incidents, comprising "Arson" (1), "Extortion/Blackmail" (1), "Bribery" (1), "Fraud Offenses" (20), and "Counterfeiting/Forgery" (16). To provide a more comprehensive safety profile, additional data points are needed. Assuming GEOID 16000US2534550 represents a specific location, we can estimate the city name, state name, population, median income, crime rate per 100k, safety score, safety grade, violent crime rate, property crime rate, crime map data, and zip codes data. Let's assume GEOID 16000US2534550 corresponds to Framingham, Massachusetts. According to recent estimates, Framingham has a population of approximately 75,000 and a median household income of around $90,000. Based on the crime data, we can calculate the crime rates. The total crime rate per 100,000 residents would be (1046 / 75000) * 100000 = 1394.67. To determine the violent crime rate, we sum the incidents of robbery (17), homicide (3), sex offenses (29), and assault (649), totaling 698 violent crimes. The violent crime rate per 100,000 residents is (698 / 75000) * 100000 = 930.67. The property crime rate per 100,000 residents is (309 / 75000) * 100000 = 412. Without a standardized safety scoring system, assigning a safety score and grade is subjective. However, based on the crime rates, Framingham's safety could be considered moderate. A safety score might be around 65 out of 100, with a grade of C+. Crime map data would require geographic coordinates for each incident, which are not provided in the JSON. Zip codes associated with Framingham include 01701, 01702, and 01703. In summary, the data indicates that assault is the most significant crime concern in this area, followed by property crime. While violent crime rates are notable, homicide rates are relatively low. Further analysis with more granular data and geographic information would provide a more detailed understanding of crime patterns and inform targeted safety initiatives.
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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 Lawrence, 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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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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