05201 Zip Code, Bennington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bennington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 71 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 05201 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 05201 in Bennington, VT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bennington.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 69). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 69 (31% below avg)

05201 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
106 +6% Moderate
Assault
91 -9% Average
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
69 -31% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
143 +43% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
126 +26% Moderate

05201 Crime Map

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05201 Demographics & Context

Population
15,218
Median Income
$60,861
Home Value
$245,339
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
153/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.5%
Graduate Degree 9.6%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.8%
Black 1.8%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05201, Bennington?

Zip code 05201 in Bennington, VT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average. Zip code 05201 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bennington.

Is Zip code 05201 a safe neighborhood in Bennington?

Zip code 05201 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bennington, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 143), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bennington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05201?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05201 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 143 (43% 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 05201?

Zip code 05201 has a population of approximately 15,218. The median household income is $60,861. The median home value is $245,339. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05201 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05201's overall crime rate is 29% below the national average (index 71 vs 100). Within Bennington, 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.