48072 Zip Code, Berkley

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Berkley

Summary: 48072 (Berkley, MI) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 48072 in Berkley, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 57, which is 43% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Berkley.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 10, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 57 / 300 High
Violent Crime 57
43% below national avg
Property Crime 70
30% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 48072 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 48072 in Berkley, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 57, which is 43% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Berkley.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 82, 18% below average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 33).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 82 (18% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 33 (67% below avg)

48072 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
77 -23% Low
Assault
54 -46% Low
Robbery
64 -36% Low
Rape
33 -67% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
82 -18% Average
Larceny / Theft
65 -35% Low
Vehicle Theft
64 -36% Low

48072 Crime Map

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48072 Demographics & Context

Population
15,596
Median Income
$93,838
Home Value
$303,908
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
5,994/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30.8%
Graduate Degree 18.5%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.2%
Black 4%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 2.1%
48072 Crime Map
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Berkley Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48072, Berkley?

Zip code 48072 in Berkley, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 57, which is 43% below the national average. Zip code 48072 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Berkley.

Is Zip code 48072 a safe neighborhood in Berkley?

Zip code 48072 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Berkley, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 82), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 33). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Berkley.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48072?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48072 is Burglary, with a crime index of 82 (18% below 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 48072?

Zip code 48072 has a population of approximately 15,596. The median household income is $93,838. The median home value is $303,908. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48072 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48072's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average (index 57 vs 100). Within Berkley, 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.