72315 Zip Code, Blytheville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Blytheville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72315 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 72315 in Blytheville, AR has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Blytheville.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 112).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 112 (12% above avg)

72315 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
124 +24% Moderate
Rape
122 +22% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
133 +33% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
131 +31% Moderate

72315 Crime Map

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72315 Demographics & Context

Population
20,916
Median Income
$57,970
Home Value
$99,401
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
78/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.5%
Graduate Degree 5.6%

Housing

52%
48%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50.7%
Black 42.9%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72315, Blytheville?

Zip code 72315 in Blytheville, AR has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 72315 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Blytheville.

Is Zip code 72315 a safe neighborhood in Blytheville?

Zip code 72315 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Blytheville, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 133), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 112). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Blytheville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72315?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72315 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 133 (33% 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 72315?

Zip code 72315 has a population of approximately 20,916. The median household income is $57,970. The median home value is $99,401. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72315 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72315's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Blytheville, 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.