Question 1

Is 02864 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 02864 in Cumberland has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Cumberland city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 02864 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 02864?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 02864 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 02864. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 02864 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Cumberland. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 02864?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 02864 is approximately $519K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 02864 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 02864 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 02864 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 02864 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Cumberland. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 02864 scores similarly to the middle tier of Cumberland neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Cumberland — ZIP 02864

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Blackstone Valley Prep	KG–04	—	—	—
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2	KG–04	—	—	—
Blackstone Valley Prep High	09–12	—	—	—
Blackstone Valley Prep Element	KG–04	—	—	—
B.F. Norton Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Ashton School	KG–05	—	—	—
Community School	KG–05	—	—	—
Cumberland High School	09–12	—	—	—
John J. McLaughlin Cumberland	KG–05	—	—	—
Joseph L. McCourt MS	06–08	—	—	—
Garvin Memorial	KG–05	—	—	—
North Cumberland Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Cumberland Preschool Center	PK–PK	—	—	—