Manchester, VT has safety grade D, a population of about 583, an overall crime rate near 6,518 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Manchester, VT is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Manchester, VT for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Manchester, VT Crime Rate and Safety Report
Manchester, VT crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 26.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 36.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
26.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Manchester, VT demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.
Safety Recommendations
With property crimes being more prevalent (55.3% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
The relatively low crime count of 38 incidents suggests Manchester maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Manchester demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Manchester, VT Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US5042700, a detailed analysis reveals the following: The total reported crime count is 38. Property crime constitutes the majority of offenses, with a total count of 21 incidents. Within property crime, Larceny/Theft Offenses are the most prevalent, accounting for 10 incidents, followed by Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property with 8 incidents. Burglary/Breaking & Entering accounts for 1 incident, and Stolen Property Offenses account for 2 incidents. Assault is the second most frequent crime category, with 15 reported incidents, all classified as Assault Offenses. Sex Offenses and others are relatively rare, each with a single reported incident. The single sex offense is classified as "Sex Offenses," and the single incident in the "others" category is classified as "Embezzlement."
Manchester, VT crime map
Crime Map
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Safest Zip Codes
High Crime Zip Codes
05149
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Safety44.9
Per 1K45
Total Crimes05825
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Safety44.6
Per 1K45
Total Crimes05439
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Safety25.1
Per 1K25
Total Crimes05701
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Safety24.7
Per 1K25
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FAQ about crime in Manchester, VT
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 Manchester, VT.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
Combine this crime report with the market overview for Manchester, VT and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.
Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
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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