24551 Zip Code, Forest

Last updated: May 2, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest

Summary: 24551 (Forest, VA) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 24551 in Forest, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 50, which is 50% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 2, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 50 / 300 High
Violent Crime 68
32% below national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Forest zip codes

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Is 24551 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 24551 in Forest, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 50, which is 50% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 117, 17% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 37). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 117 (17% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 37 (63% below avg)

24551 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
82 -18% Average
Assault
37 -63% Low
Robbery
71 -29% Low
Rape
82 -18% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
55 -45% Low
Larceny / Theft
96 -4% Average
Vehicle Theft
117 +17% Moderate

24551 Crime Map

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24551 Demographics & Context

Population
22,355
Median Income
$95,121
Home Value
$380,715
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
323/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.5%
Graduate Degree 16.1%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.3%
Black 7.2%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 3.8%
24551 Crime Map
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Forest Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24551, Forest?

Zip code 24551 in Forest, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 50, which is 50% below the national average. Zip code 24551 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Forest.

Is Zip code 24551 a safe neighborhood in Forest?

Zip code 24551 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Forest, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 117), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 37). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Forest.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24551?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24551 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 117 (17% 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 24551?

Zip code 24551 has a population of approximately 22,355. The median household income is $95,121. The median home value is $380,715. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24551 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24551's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average (index 50 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 May 2026.