The 02142 zip code in Cambridge, MA has a crime rate that is slightly higher than the national average. With a violent crime rate of 26.3, compared to the US average of 22.7, residents of this area may be more at risk for physical harm. However, the property crime rate in 02142 is on par with the national average at 35.4. This means that while there may be a slightly higher likelihood of violent crime, residents are not significantly more at risk for property crimes such as theft or burglary. Overall, it is important for individuals living in this zip code to take precautions and stay aware of their surroundings to ensure their safety.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Cambridge (zip 02142) violent crime is 26.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Cambridge (zip 02142) property crime is 35.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Cambridge, Massachusetts does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Nahant, Massachusetts. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Nahant, Massachusetts. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.