05143 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 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 85
15% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 05143 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 05143 in Chester, VT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chester.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 67). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 67 (33% below avg)

05143 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
110 +10% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
71 -29% Low
Vehicle Theft
67 -33% Low

05143 Crime Map

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05143 Demographics & Context

Population
4,323
Median Income
$73,321
Home Value
$355,039
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
40/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.5%
Graduate Degree 17.9%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.2%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.9%
05143 Crime Map
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Chester Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05143, Chester?

Zip code 05143 in Chester, VT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 05143 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chester.

Is Zip code 05143 a safe neighborhood in Chester?

Zip code 05143 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chester, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 127), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 67). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05143?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05143 is Murder, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05143?

Zip code 05143 has a population of approximately 4,323. The median household income is $73,321. The median home value is $355,039. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05143 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05143's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 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.