51232 Zip Code, Ashton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 136 / 300 High

Violent Crime 135

35% above national avg

Property Crime 101

1% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 51232 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51232 in Ashton, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ashton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 79). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 166 (66% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 79 (21% below avg)

51232 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Ashton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	151	+51%	N/A	High
Assault	79	-21%	N/A	Low
Robbery	166	+66%	N/A	High
Rape	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	80	-20%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate

51232 Crime Map

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51232 Demographics & Context

Population

631

Median Income

$77,728

Home Value

$134,140

Median Age

Pop. Density

11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.5%

Graduate Degree 0.9%

Housing

84%

16%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.9%

Black 0.8%

Hispanic 3.9%

Asian 1.3%

51232 Crime Map

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Ashton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51232, Ashton?

Zip code 51232 in Ashton, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 51232 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ashton.

Is Zip code 51232 a safe neighborhood in Ashton?

Zip code 51232 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ashton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 166), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ashton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51232?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51232 is Robbery, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51232?

Zip code 51232 has a population of approximately 631. The median household income is $77,728. The median home value is $134,140. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51232 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51232's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Ashton, 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.