23851 Zip Code, Franklin

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Franklin

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 120 / 300 High

Violent Crime 127

27% above national avg

Property Crime 110

10% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 23851 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 23851 in Franklin, VA has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Franklin.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 99).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 143 (43% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 99 (1% below avg)

23851 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Franklin	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate

23851 Crime Map

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23851 Demographics & Context

Population

12,898

Median Income

$56,291

Home Value

$201,188

Median Age

Pop. Density

113/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.1%

Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

60%

40%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 43.6%

Black 51.9%

Hispanic 2.2%

Asian 0.7%

23851 Crime Map

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Franklin Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 23851, Franklin?

Zip code 23851 in Franklin, VA has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 23851 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Franklin.

Is Zip code 23851 a safe neighborhood in Franklin?

Zip code 23851 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Franklin, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 143), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Franklin.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 23851?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 23851 is Rape, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 23851?

Zip code 23851 has a population of approximately 12,898. The median household income is $56,291. The median home value is $201,188. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 23851 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 23851's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Franklin, 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.