In New Salem, MA the violent crime rate is much lower than the US average, at 7.8 compared to 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in New Salem is 10.7 instead of the US average of 35.4. This suggests that New Salem is a relatively safe place for its residents to live and work, with far fewer incidents of dangerous crimes than other areas of the country. In addition, it provides a secure environment for visitors as well as long-term residents of New Salem.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
New Salem violent crime is 7.8. (The US average is 22.7)
New Salem property crime is 10.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.