52540 Zip Code, Brighton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Brighton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 160 / 300 High
Violent Crime 159
59% above national avg
Property Crime 131
31% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 52540 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 52540 in Brighton, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brighton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 165, 65% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 165 (65% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 87 (13% below avg)

52540 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
163 +63% High
Assault
143 +43% Moderate
Robbery
165 +65% High
Rape
164 +64% High
Property Crime
Burglary
164 +64% High
Larceny / Theft
87 -13% Average
Vehicle Theft
142 +42% Moderate

52540 Crime Map

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52540 Demographics & Context

Population
1,657
Median Income
$69,572
Home Value
$131,350
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.1%
Graduate Degree 2.1%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.7%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 0.3%
52540 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52540, Brighton?

Zip code 52540 in Brighton, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average. Zip code 52540 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brighton.

Is Zip code 52540 a safe neighborhood in Brighton?

Zip code 52540 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brighton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 165), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brighton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52540?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 52540 is Robbery, with a crime index of 165 (65% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 52540?

Zip code 52540 has a population of approximately 1,657. The median household income is $69,572. The median home value is $131,350. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52540 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52540's overall crime rate is 60% above the national average (index 160 vs 100). Within Brighton, 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.