71002 Zip Code, Ashland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 153 / 300 High
Violent Crime 139
39% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 71002 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 71002 in Ashland, LA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 153, which is 53% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashland.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 176, 76% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 41). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 176 (76% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 41 (59% below avg)

71002 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
142 +42% Moderate
Assault
154 +54% High
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
142 +42% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
176 +76% High
Larceny / Theft
41 -59% Low
Vehicle Theft
79 -21% Low

71002 Crime Map

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71002 Demographics & Context

Population
118
Median Income
$59,043
Home Value
$89,742
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
6/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.7%
Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.9%
Black 16.8%
Hispanic 0.3%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71002, Ashland?

Zip code 71002 in Ashland, LA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 153, which is 53% above the national average. Zip code 71002 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ashland.

Is Zip code 71002 a safe neighborhood in Ashland?

Zip code 71002 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ashland, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 176), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 41). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ashland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71002?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71002 is Burglary, with a crime index of 176 (76% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71002?

Zip code 71002 has a population of approximately 118. The median household income is $59,043. The median home value is $89,742. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71002 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71002's overall crime rate is 53% above the national average (index 153 vs 100). Within Ashland, 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.