06524 Zip Code, Bethany

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethany

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 17 / 300 High
Violent Crime 73
27% below national avg
Property Crime 28
72% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 06524 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 06524 in Bethany, CT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 17, which is 83% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethany.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 13 (87% below avg)

06524 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
20 -80% Low
Assault
23 -77% Low
Robbery
139 +39% Moderate
Rape
109 +9% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
53 -47% Low
Larceny / Theft
19 -81% Low
Vehicle Theft
13 -87% Low

06524 Crime Map

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06524 Demographics & Context

Population
5,510
Median Income
$149,866
Home Value
$440,659
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
258/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 28.5%
Graduate Degree 28.4%

Housing

92%
8%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.1%
Black 2.6%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 6.9%
06524 Crime Map
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Bethany Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 06524, Bethany?

Zip code 06524 in Bethany, CT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 17, which is 83% below the national average. Zip code 06524 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bethany.

Is Zip code 06524 a safe neighborhood in Bethany?

Zip code 06524 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bethany, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 139), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 13). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bethany.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 06524?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 06524 is Robbery, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 06524?

Zip code 06524 has a population of approximately 5,510. The median household income is $149,866. The median home value is $440,659. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 06524 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 06524's overall crime rate is 83% below the national average (index 17 vs 100). Within Bethany, 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.