72527 Zip Code, Desha

Last updated: July 26, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Desha

Summary: 72527 (Desha, AR) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 72527 in Desha, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Desha.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: July 26, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 135 / 300 High
Violent Crime 136
36% above national avg
Property Crime 154
54% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 72527 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72527 in Desha, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Desha.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 95).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 163 (63% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 95 (5% below avg)

72527 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
144 +44% Moderate
Assault
144 +44% Moderate
Robbery
95 -5% Average
Rape
161 +61% High
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
151 +51% High
Vehicle Theft
163 +63% High

72527 Crime Map

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72527 Demographics & Context

Population
801
Median Income
$64,836
Home Value
$108,938
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
170/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.1%
Graduate Degree 7.7%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.9%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72527, Desha?

Zip code 72527 in Desha, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 72527 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Desha.

Is Zip code 72527 a safe neighborhood in Desha?

Zip code 72527 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Desha, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 163), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 95). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Desha.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72527?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72527 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72527?

Zip code 72527 has a population of approximately 801. The median household income is $64,836. The median home value is $108,938. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72527 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72527's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within Desha, 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 July 2026.