53501 Zip Code, Afton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Afton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 81 / 300 High
Violent Crime 78
22% below national avg
Property Crime 60
40% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 53501 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 53501 in Afton, WI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Afton.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 105, 5% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 23).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 105 (5% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 23 (77% below avg)

53501 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Afton city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
28 -72% Low
Robbery
85 -15% Average
Rape
94 -6% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
104 +4% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
54 -46% Low
Vehicle Theft
23 -77% Low

53501 Crime Map

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53501 Demographics & Context

Population
1
Median Income
$75,185
Home Value
$173,272
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
126/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.1%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.1%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 1.2%
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Afton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 53501, Afton?

Zip code 53501 in Afton, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average. Zip code 53501 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Afton.

Is Zip code 53501 a safe neighborhood in Afton?

Zip code 53501 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Afton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 105), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 23). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Afton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 53501?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 53501 is Murder, with a crime index of 105 (5% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 53501?

Zip code 53501 has a population of approximately 1. The median household income is $75,185. The median home value is $173,272. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 53501 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 53501's overall crime rate is 19% below the national average (index 81 vs 100). Within Afton, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.