Newton, MA has a reputation for being one of the safest cities in the United States, with a violent crime rate of only 9.7, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. This impressive statistic can be attributed to the efforts of the local police department and community members who work together to maintain a peaceful environment. However, property crime in Newton is still a concern, with a rate of 15.2 compared to the national average of 35.4. Despite this, the overall crime rate in Newton remains relatively low thanks to the proactive measures taken to prevent and address criminal activity.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Newton violent crime is 9.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Newton property crime is 15.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.