44146 Zip Code, Bedford

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bedford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 90 / 300 High

Violent Crime 87

13% below national avg

Property Crime 108

8% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 44146 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 44146 in Bedford, OH has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bedford.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 114, 14% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 71). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 114 (14% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 71 (29% below avg)

44146 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Bedford	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Assault	95	-5%	N/A	Average
Robbery	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Rape	71	-29%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	98	-2%	N/A	Average

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44146 Demographics & Context

Population

27,601

Median Income

$62,717

Home Value

$173,193

Median Age

Pop. Density

1,372/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.5%

Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

55%

45%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 37.7%

Black 56.1%

Hispanic 2.7%

Asian 1.2%

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Bedford Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 44146, Bedford?

Zip code 44146 in Bedford, OH has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average. Zip code 44146 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bedford.

Is Zip code 44146 a safe neighborhood in Bedford?

Zip code 44146 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bedford, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 114), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 71). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bedford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 44146?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 44146 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 114 (14% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 44146?

Zip code 44146 has a population of approximately 27,601. The median household income is $62,717. The median home value is $173,193. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 44146 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 44146's overall crime rate is 10% below the national average (index 90 vs 100). Within Bedford, 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.