24053 Zip Code, Ararat

Last updated: May 19, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ararat

Summary: 24053 (Ararat, VA) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 24053 in Ararat, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ararat.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 19, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 97
3% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 24053 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 24053 in Ararat, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ararat.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 91). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 141 (41% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 91 (9% below avg)

24053 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
130 +30% Moderate
Robbery
128 +28% Moderate
Rape
141 +41% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
104 +4% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
97 -3% Average
Vehicle Theft
91 -9% Average

24053 Crime Map

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24053 Demographics & Context

Population
2,724
Median Income
$47,743
Home Value
$161,889
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
42/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 1.5%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.9%
Black 7.4%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24053, Ararat?

Zip code 24053 in Ararat, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Zip code 24053 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ararat.

Is Zip code 24053 a safe neighborhood in Ararat?

Zip code 24053 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ararat, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 141), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 91). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ararat.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24053?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24053 is Rape, with a crime index of 141 (41% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 24053?

Zip code 24053 has a population of approximately 2,724. The median household income is $47,743. The median home value is $161,889. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24053 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24053's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Ararat, 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 May 2026.