The town of Norfolk, MA has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Norfolk is only 5.6, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Norfolk can feel safer and have a lower risk of being a victim of violent crimes such as assault, robbery, or homicide. The property crime rate in Norfolk is also relatively low at 8.3, compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. While no community is completely free of crime, Norfolk's low crime rates make it a desirable place to live and raise a family.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Norfolk violent crime is 5.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Norfolk property crime is 8.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.