65617 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 Average
Low 85 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 65617 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 65617 in Brighton, MO has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brighton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 12 (88% below avg)

65617 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
81 -19% Average
Assault
84 -16% Average
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
146 +46% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
12 -88% Low
Vehicle Theft
57 -43% Low

65617 Crime Map

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65617 Demographics & Context

Population
1,808
Median Income
$63,420
Home Value
$279,957
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
56/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.5%
Graduate Degree 5.4%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.1%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.4%
65617 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 65617, Brighton?

Zip code 65617 in Brighton, MO has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average. Zip code 65617 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brighton.

Is Zip code 65617 a safe neighborhood in Brighton?

Zip code 65617 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brighton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brighton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 65617?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 65617 is Burglary, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 65617?

Zip code 65617 has a population of approximately 1,808. The median household income is $63,420. The median home value is $279,957. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 65617 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 65617's overall crime rate is 15% below the national average (index 85 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.