52134 Zip Code, Chester

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chester

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 108 / 300 High

Violent Crime 124

24% above national avg

Property Crime 62

38% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 52134 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 52134 in Chester, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chester.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 23). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 152 (52% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 23 (77% below avg)

52134 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Chester	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	118	+18%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	152	+52%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	23	-77%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	64	-36%	N/A	Low

52134 Crime Map

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52134 Demographics & Context

Population

260

Median Income

$73,330

Home Value

$152,976

Median Age

Pop. Density

9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6%

Graduate Degree 3.2%

Housing

83%

17%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.9%

Black 0.1%

Hispanic 1.4%

Asian 0.2%

52134 Crime Map

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Chester Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52134, Chester?

Zip code 52134 in Chester, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 52134 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chester.

Is Zip code 52134 a safe neighborhood in Chester?

Zip code 52134 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chester, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 23). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52134?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 52134 is Rape, with a crime index of 152 (52% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 52134?

Zip code 52134 has a population of approximately 260. The median household income is $73,330. The median home value is $152,976. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52134 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52134's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Chester, 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.