71430 Zip Code, Forest Hill

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest Hill

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 128 / 300 High

Violent Crime 105

5% above national avg

Property Crime 92

8% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 71430 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 71430 in Forest Hill, LA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest Hill.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 41).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 136 (36% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 41 (59% below avg)

71430 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Forest Hill	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	74	-26%	N/A	Low
Rape	100	0%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	41	-59%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	98	-2%	N/A	Average

71430 Crime Map

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71430 Demographics & Context

Population

3,423

Median Income

$54,500

Home Value

$151,893

Median Age

Pop. Density

30/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 6.3%

Graduate Degree 5.9%

Housing

72%

28%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.7%

Black 5.1%

Hispanic 20.9%

Asian 2.2%

71430 Crime Map

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Forest Hill Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 71430, Forest Hill?

Zip code 71430 in Forest Hill, LA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 71430 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Forest Hill.

Is Zip code 71430 a safe neighborhood in Forest Hill?

Zip code 71430 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Forest Hill, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 136), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 41). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Forest Hill.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 71430?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 71430 is Burglary, with a crime index of 136 (36% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 71430?

Zip code 71430 has a population of approximately 3,423. The median household income is $54,500. The median home value is $151,893. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 71430 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 71430's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Forest Hill, 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.