02163 Safety Report
ZIP • BOSTON, MASummary
02163 has a very safe overall safety rating, safer than most of the 29 comparable areas. The area has a median household income of $89K (-16.6% vs area average), population density of 2,743 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 81.16% (-6.9% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 02163
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 02163 in Boston, MA receives a very safe overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are notably lower than what's typical for the city. This zip was compared against 29 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this zip in Boston, MA.
Walking Safety
This area has significantly lower walking safety related crime rates than most zips in the region. This area ranks #1 out of 29 zips analyzed.
1
Total Incidents
0.1
Monthly Average
#1 / 29
Safety Rank
Very Safe
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 02163 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 14:00 (1 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the late night, particularly around 23:00 when incident rates drop to 0. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Boston, MA can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for 02163 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-04 with 1 incidents, while 2025-10 saw the lowest activity at 0 incidents. On average, this zip in Boston experiences approximately 0 incidents per month. The data shows a decreasing trend, with incident rates declining by approximately 100% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in MA neighborhoods like 02163 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 02163 is Theft | Larceny All Others, accounting for 100% of all incidents (1 cases). Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Boston, MA helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
2,743.24
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #29 of 29 zips
-86.9% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
81.2%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #22 of 29 zips
-6.9% vs area average
Median Household Income
$89,479
average estimate
Ranks #18 of 29 zips
-16.6% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.