53518 Zip Code, Blue River

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Blue River

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 147 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 53518 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 53518 in Blue River, WI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Blue River.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 57 (43% below avg)

53518 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
123 +23% Moderate
Robbery
112 +12% Moderate
Rape
117 +17% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
60 -40% Low
Vehicle Theft
57 -43% Low

53518 Crime Map

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53518 Demographics & Context

Population
1,406
Median Income
$61,847
Home Value
$137,578
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%
Graduate Degree 5.6%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.6%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 0.4%
53518 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 53518, Blue River?

Zip code 53518 in Blue River, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. Zip code 53518 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Blue River.

Is Zip code 53518 a safe neighborhood in Blue River?

Zip code 53518 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Blue River, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 148), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Blue River.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 53518?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 53518 is Burglary, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 53518?

Zip code 53518 has a population of approximately 1,406. The median household income is $61,847. The median home value is $137,578. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 53518 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 53518's overall crime rate is 47% above the national average (index 147 vs 100). Within Blue River, 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.