Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Low crime, top-ranked schools, and a quality of life within reach of Boston jobs.
1. Lexington: Safest overall
2. Newton: Best for schools
3. Needham: Best for families
4. Andover: Best north of Boston
5. Shrewsbury: Best near Worcester
6. Amherst: Best college-town safety
7. Hingham: Best coastal suburb
8. Westborough: Best value suburb
Massachusetts is full of low-crime towns with elite schools, especially in the suburbs ringing Boston and out toward Worcester. Prices are high, but the safety and schools are the draw. Here are the 8 safest places to live in Massachusetts, ranked.