Crime Safety Grade

A

Appleton, WI Crime Rate

Lower crime than 74% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 20+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Appleton Safe?

With an overall crime index of 87, Appleton has a 13% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 284. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Ashbury Meadows earning an A+ grade while Downtown rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Appleton
87
Wisconsin Avg
104
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
87
13% below average
Violent Crime
88
12% below average
Property Crime
112
12% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Appleton

1 in 284

Property crime: 1 in 223

Where Is It Safe in Appleton?

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Appleton Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 29% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 28% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 105 ▲ 5%
Assault Violent 86 ▼ 14%
Robbery Violent 72 ▼ 28%
Burglary Property 92 ▼ 8%
Larceny / Theft Property 129 ▲ 29%
Vehicle Theft Property 114 ▲ 14%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Appleton Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Ashbury Meadows A+ 17
2 Thornbrook Meadows A+ 3
3 St. Bernadette Parish / Thompson Center on Lourdes A+ 38
4 Windingbrook Watch A+ 42
5 Alicia Park A+ 49
6 Northland Downs A+ 52
7 River Drive A 65
8 Dellwood Street A 26
9 Erb Park A 86
10 Peabody Park A 97
11 Huntley Houses A 83
12 West River Road A 149
13 Lawrence A 77
14 Summit Park A 89
15 West Appleton A 129
16 Colony Oaks A 102
17 Valley Fair A- 117
18 Old Third Ward A- 180
19 Historic Central Neighborhood B+ 183
20 Downtown B+ 155

Appleton Crime by Zip Code

54919
A+ Index: 16
54913
A+ Index: 35
54915
A+ Index: 55
54911
A Index: 99
54914
A Index: 101

Appleton Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
225,728
Median Income
$61,475
Home Value
$157,663
Median Rent
$796
Home Ownership
66%

Racial Demographics

White
84.2%
Black
2.2%
Hispanic
5.6%
Asian
6.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Appleton?
Appleton has an overall crime index of 87, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Appleton are rated A or B for safety.
Is Appleton safe to live in?
Appleton has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Appleton?
The safest neighborhoods in Appleton based on crime data include Ashbury Meadows, Thornbrook Meadows, St. Bernadette Parish / Thompson Center on Lourdes, Windingbrook Watch, and Alicia Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Appleton crime compare to the national average?
Appleton's overall crime index is 87 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 13% lower than the typical US city.

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