Buying a home isn’t just a contract to the property, it can be a lifelong commitment to the surrounding community, too.
Feeling safe in a community is a major factor for families when it comes to choosing where to plant roots. Luckily, Niche, a website offering rankings and statistics on towns, schools and colleges, also publishes a ranking of the safest places to live. See the rankings below to find out how towns in Macomb County stack up.
These statistics were calculated based on specific crime rates. Data for these categories come from the FBI, CDC and user generated data sources. You can find the full methodology here.
Here are the top 10 safest places to live in Macomb County on the list.
Shelby Charter Township
- Average home value: $316,400
- Population: 79,407
With a spread out, suburban feel, Shelby Charter Township offers families excellent public schools, good outdoor activities and many restaurants.
Sterling Heights
- Average home value: $243,400
- Population: 133,744
As the second largest suburb in Metro Detroit, and the fourth largest city in Michigan, Sterling Heights has many options for families. Niche gives it a “B” in the public schools category and an “A-” in the “good for families” category.
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Utica
- Average home value: $199,600
- Population: 5,195
This safe suburb boasts a small historic district as well as many walking paths and small shops. Utica earns an “A-” in the public schools category from Niche.
Fraser
- Average home value: $178,900
- Population: 14,668
Fraser offers its residents a dense suburban feel and above average public schools. Also located in Fraser is the Arts Academy in the Woods, a free public charter academy for students interested in the arts.
St. Clair Shores
- Average home value: $181,300
- Population: 58,656
St. Clair Shores offers residents a safe place to live as well as access to Lake St. Clair. The city is well known for its “Nautical Mile” along Jefferson Avenue.
Chesterfield Township
- Average home value: $258,200
- Population: 45,414
Although Chesterfield has a sparse suburban feel, there are many options for restaurants, businesses and shopping. The public schools, cost of living and diversity in Chesterfield are above average.
Romeo
- Average home value: $228,800
- Population: 3,727
Romeo has a suburban and rural mix as well and a smaller population. It earns a “B+” in public schools, diversity and good for families categories from Niche.
New Baltimore
- Average home value: $283,500
- Population: 12,104
Located on Lake St. Clair, New Baltimore offers residents many family activities, including access to beaches, fishing and boating. In 2016, the state’s largest and tallest flagpole was erected at the Walter and Mary Burke Park.
Richmond
- Average home value: $221,500
- Population: 5,852
Families looking for a safe place to raise kids with a small town feel can find it in Richmond. Nearby parks and golf courses provide entertainment.
Armada
- Average home value: $236,300
- Population: 2,039
Armada’s annual fair is known for its live music, carnival rides, livestock exhibitions and more. Armada is a good choice for families looking for a peaceful small town to plant roots.
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