46039 Zip Code, Forest

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 80 / 300 High
Violent Crime 89
11% below national avg
Property Crime 44
56% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Forest zip codes

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Is 46039 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 46039 in Forest, IN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 109, 9% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 109 (9% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 26 (74% below avg)

46039 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
70 -30% Low
Assault
86 -14% Average
Robbery
89 -11% Average
Rape
109 +9% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
80 -20% Low
Larceny / Theft
27 -73% Low
Vehicle Theft
26 -74% Low

46039 Crime Map

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46039 Demographics & Context

Population
652
Median Income
$86,205
Home Value
$195,156
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
26/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 32.4%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.2%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 0%
46039 Crime Map
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Forest Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 46039, Forest?

Zip code 46039 in Forest, IN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 80, which is 20% below the national average. Zip code 46039 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Forest.

Is Zip code 46039 a safe neighborhood in Forest?

Zip code 46039 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Forest, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 109), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Forest.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 46039?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 46039 is Rape, with a crime index of 109 (9% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 46039?

Zip code 46039 has a population of approximately 652. The median household income is $86,205. The median home value is $195,156. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 46039 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 46039's overall crime rate is 20% below the national average (index 80 vs 100). Within Forest, 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.