24531 Zip Code, Chatham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chatham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 70
30% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 24531 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 24531 in Chatham, VA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chatham.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 0). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 0 (100% below avg)

24531 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
142 +42% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
0 -100% Low
Vehicle Theft
87 -13% Average

24531 Crime Map

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24531 Demographics & Context

Population
9,487
Median Income
$57,853
Home Value
$185,332
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.8%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.7%
Black 29.3%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 0.3%
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Chatham Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24531, Chatham?

Zip code 24531 in Chatham, VA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 24531 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chatham.

Is Zip code 24531 a safe neighborhood in Chatham?

Zip code 24531 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chatham, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 142), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 0). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chatham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24531?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24531 is Rape, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 24531?

Zip code 24531 has a population of approximately 9,487. The median household income is $57,853. The median home value is $185,332. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24531 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24531's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Chatham, 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.