23842 Zip Code, Disputanta

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Disputanta

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 113 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 23842 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 23842 in Disputanta, VA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Disputanta.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 49). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 49 (51% below avg)

23842 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
127 +27% Moderate
Robbery
94 -6% Average
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
49 -51% Low
Vehicle Theft
82 -18% Average

23842 Crime Map

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23842 Demographics & Context

Population
8,943
Median Income
$92,424
Home Value
$314,841
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
68/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.8%
Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 64.5%
Black 29.2%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 1.2%
23842 Crime Map
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Disputanta Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 23842, Disputanta?

Zip code 23842 in Disputanta, VA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. Zip code 23842 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Disputanta.

Is Zip code 23842 a safe neighborhood in Disputanta?

Zip code 23842 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Disputanta, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 127), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 49). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Disputanta.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 23842?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 23842 is Assault, 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 23842?

Zip code 23842 has a population of approximately 8,943. The median household income is $92,424. The median home value is $314,841. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 23842 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 23842's overall crime rate is 13% above the national average (index 113 vs 100). Within Disputanta, 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.