72837 Zip Code, Dover

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dover

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 136 / 300 High

Violent Crime 131

31% above national avg

Property Crime 89

11% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 72837 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72837 in Dover, AR 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 Dover.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 148 (48% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 44 (56% below avg)

72837 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Dover	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	44	-56%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	89	-11%	N/A	Average

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72837 Demographics & Context

Population

8,385

Median Income

$55,862

Home Value

$176,431

Median Age

Pop. Density

34/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.6%

Graduate Degree 5%

Housing

79%

21%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.5%

Black 0.3%

Hispanic 3%

Asian 0.4%

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Dover Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72837, Dover?

Zip code 72837 in Dover, AR 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 72837 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dover.

Is Zip code 72837 a safe neighborhood in Dover?

Zip code 72837 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dover, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 148), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dover.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72837?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72837 is Rape, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72837?

Zip code 72837 has a population of approximately 8,385. The median household income is $55,862. The median home value is $176,431. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72837 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72837's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Dover, 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.