22427 Zip Code, Bowling Green

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bowling Green

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 129 / 300 High

Violent Crime 125

25% above national avg

Property Crime 86

14% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 22427 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 22427 in Bowling Green, VA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bowling Green.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 133 (33% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 61 (39% below avg)

22427 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Bowling Green	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	61	-39%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	80	-20%	N/A	Low

22427 Crime Map

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22427 Demographics & Context

Population

2,500

Median Income

$72,627

Home Value

$314,692

Median Age

Pop. Density

27/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.3%

Graduate Degree 2.9%

Housing

74%

26%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 61.9%

Black 30.3%

Hispanic 3.4%

Asian 0.8%

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Bowling Green Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 22427, Bowling Green?

Zip code 22427 in Bowling Green, VA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 22427 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bowling Green.

Is Zip code 22427 a safe neighborhood in Bowling Green?

Zip code 22427 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bowling Green, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 133), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 61). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bowling Green.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 22427?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 22427 is Assault, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 22427?

Zip code 22427 has a population of approximately 2,500. The median household income is $72,627. The median home value is $314,692. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 22427 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 22427's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Bowling Green, 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.