51440 Zip Code, Dedham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dedham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 103
3% above national avg
Property Crime 71
29% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51440 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51440 in Dedham, 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 Dedham.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 180, 80% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 180 (80% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 16 (84% below avg)

51440 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
101 +1% Moderate
Assault
76 -24% Low
Robbery
108 +8% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
180 +80% High
Larceny / Theft
16 -84% Low
Vehicle Theft
18 -82% Low

51440 Crime Map

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51440 Demographics & Context

Population
239
Median Income
$73,685
Home Value
$135,797
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.4%
Graduate Degree 1%

Housing

86%
14%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 99.5%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 0%
Asian 0.2%
51440 Crime Map
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Dedham Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51440, Dedham?

Zip code 51440 in Dedham, 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 51440 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dedham.

Is Zip code 51440 a safe neighborhood in Dedham?

Zip code 51440 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dedham, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 180), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dedham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51440?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51440 is Burglary, with a crime index of 180 (80% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51440?

Zip code 51440 has a population of approximately 239. The median household income is $73,685. The median home value is $135,797. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51440 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51440's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Dedham, 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.