43512 Zip Code, Defiance

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Defiance

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 43512 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 43512 in Defiance, OH has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Defiance.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 118, 18% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 118 (18% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 110 (10% above avg)

43512 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
114 +14% Moderate
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
118 +18% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
117 +17% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
110 +10% Moderate

43512 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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43512 Demographics & Context

Population
27,941
Median Income
$66,237
Home Value
$175,532
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
124/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.7%
Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.1%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 12.5%
Asian 0.5%
43512 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 43512, Defiance?

Zip code 43512 in Defiance, OH has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 43512 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Defiance.

Is Zip code 43512 a safe neighborhood in Defiance?

Zip code 43512 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Defiance, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 118), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Defiance.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 43512?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 43512 is Rape, with a crime index of 118 (18% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 43512?

Zip code 43512 has a population of approximately 27,941. The median household income is $66,237. The median home value is $175,532. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 43512 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 43512's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Defiance, 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.