50612 Zip Code, Buckingham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Buckingham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 113 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 67
33% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50612 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50612 in Buckingham, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Buckingham.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 58). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 147 (47% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 58 (42% below avg)

50612 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
130 +30% Moderate
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
81 -19% Average
Larceny / Theft
62 -38% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

50612 Crime Map

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50612 Demographics & Context

Population
446
Median Income
$79,068
Home Value
$276,097
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.9%
Graduate Degree 5.9%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.6%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.5%
50612 Crime Map
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Buckingham Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50612, Buckingham?

Zip code 50612 in Buckingham, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. Zip code 50612 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Buckingham.

Is Zip code 50612 a safe neighborhood in Buckingham?

Zip code 50612 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Buckingham, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 147), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Buckingham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50612?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50612 is Robbery, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50612?

Zip code 50612 has a population of approximately 446. The median household income is $79,068. The median home value is $276,097. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50612 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50612's overall crime rate is 13% above the national average (index 113 vs 100). Within Buckingham, 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.