Neighborhood Crime Report
Southern Woods
Des Moines, IA
A

Crime Score

Very low or no crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 68
32% below avg
Robbery 152
52% above avg
Burglary 68
32% below avg
Larceny/Theft 120
20% above avg
Vehicle Theft 106
6% above avg
Demographics
$429,250
Average Home
$96,812
Average Income
73
Population
39.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
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Southern Woods Details

Southern Woods, Des Moines Crime Information

Des Moines, IA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

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Southern Woods

Des Moines, IA

Crime Score: A – Very low or no crime

Low High
73
Population
$96,812
Median Income
$429,250
Median Home Value
39.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 68
Robbery 152
Burglary 68
Larceny/Theft 120
Vehicle Theft 106

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$429,250
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
61.4%
Renter Occupied
38.6%

Cost of Living

23% higher than national average
🏠 Housing +21%
🛒 Food & Groceries +17%
🚗 Transportation +21%
🏥 Healthcare +9%
💡 Utilities +11%

Demographics

Education Level

9.2%
High School+
27.4%
Bachelor's+
15.2%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
85.7%
Black/African American
5.8%
Hispanic/Latino
4.4%
Asian
2.3%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
30° / 12°F
Summer (Jul)
86° / 65°F
🌧️
34.6"
Annual Rain
❄️
33.0"
Annual Snow

About Southern Woods

Southern Woods is a neighborhood located in Des Moines, IA. With a crime score of A, this area has very low or no crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 73 residents with a median household income of $96,812.

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities