Norfolk County Crime & Safety

Norfolk County, Massachusetts

Safety Score

55/100

Higher = safer

Safety Rating

Average

Total Crime Rate

1031.4

per 100K population

Crime Statistics

Violent Crime Rate

198.4

per 100K population

National avg 380.7

Property Crime Rate

833.0

per 100K population

National avg 1954.4

Safety Score

55/100

Higher = safer

State avg 40/100

State Safety Rank

of 14 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Norfolk County, Massachusetts

Elite Safety Levels in Norfolk County

Norfolk County stands out as an exceptionally safe region with a safety score of 98.4. Its total crime rate of 1,031.4 per 100K is less than half the national average of 2,385.5.

Ranking Among the State's Safest

Norfolk ranks as one of the safest counties in Massachusetts, beating the state average safety score of 97.7. It maintains a significantly lower crime rate than the state average of 1,458.6 per 100K.

Leading Its Neighbors in Security

Norfolk's rate of 1,031.4 per 100K makes it safer than its neighbors Middlesex (1,197.5) and Plymouth (1,107.9). This makes it a regional leader in public safety metrics.

Minimal Violent and Property Crime

Property crime sits at a low 833.0 per 100K, far below the national average of 2,015.7. Violent crime is also minimal at 198.4, which is nearly half the national rate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Norfolk County, MA?

Norfolk County has a total crime rate of 1031.4 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (198.4 per 100K) and property crimes (833.0 per 100K).

Is Norfolk County, MA safe?

Norfolk County has a safety score of 55/100, rated "Average". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #2 out of 14 counties in Massachusetts for safety (1 = safest).

How does Norfolk County crime compare to the Massachusetts average?

Norfolk ranks as one of the safest counties in Massachusetts, beating the state average safety score of 97.7. It maintains a significantly lower crime rate than the state average of 1,458.6 per 100K.

What types of crime are most common in Norfolk County?

Property crime sits at a low 833.0 per 100K, far below the national average of 2,015.7. Violent crime is also minimal at 198.4, which is nearly half the national rate.

How is crime data measured and reported for Norfolk County?

Crime data for Norfolk County comes from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Local law enforcement agencies submit data on violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft) to the FBI. Rates are calculated per 100,000 residents to allow fair comparison between counties of different sizes. The safety score (0-100) is derived from these rates, with higher scores indicating safer counties.

Why is Norfolk County safer than the Massachusetts average?

Norfolk County has a safety score of 55/100, which is above the Massachusetts average of 40/100. Factors such as local law enforcement effectiveness, community programs, socioeconomic conditions, and population density all contribute to lower crime rates in certain counties.