52215 Zip Code, Chelsea

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chelsea

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 142 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 58
42% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 52215 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 52215 in Chelsea, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chelsea.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 24). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 24 (76% below avg)

52215 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
114 +14% Moderate
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
24 -76% Low
Vehicle Theft
37 -63% Low

52215 Crime Map

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52215 Demographics & Context

Population
982
Median Income
$62,093
Home Value
$148,507
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.9%
Graduate Degree 1.8%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.4%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 11.3%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52215, Chelsea?

Zip code 52215 in Chelsea, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average. Zip code 52215 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chelsea.

Is Zip code 52215 a safe neighborhood in Chelsea?

Zip code 52215 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chelsea, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 138), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 24). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chelsea.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52215?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 52215 is Rape, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 52215?

Zip code 52215 has a population of approximately 982. The median household income is $62,093. The median home value is $148,507. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52215 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52215's overall crime rate is 42% above the national average (index 142 vs 100). Within Chelsea, 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.