36855 Zip Code, Five Points

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Five Points

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 112 / 300 High
Violent Crime 91
9% below national avg
Property Crime 54
46% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 36855 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 36855 in Five Points, AL has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Five Points.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while vehicle 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 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 16 (84% below avg)

36855 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
90 -10% Average
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
58 -42% Low
Rape
101 +1% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
127 +27% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
19 -81% Low
Vehicle Theft
16 -84% Low

36855 Crime Map

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36855 Demographics & Context

Population
1,719
Median Income
$54,212
Home Value
$173,454
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
21/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.6%
Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 65.6%
Black 31.7%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.3%
36855 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36855, Five Points?

Zip code 36855 in Five Points, AL has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 36855 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Five Points.

Is Zip code 36855 a safe neighborhood in Five Points?

Zip code 36855 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Five Points, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 127), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Five Points.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36855?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36855 is Burglary, 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 36855?

Zip code 36855 has a population of approximately 1,719. The median household income is $54,212. The median home value is $173,454. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36855 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36855's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Five Points, 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.