20155 Zip Code, Gainesville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gainesville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 43 / 300 High
Violent Crime 49
51% below national avg
Property Crime 37
63% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 20155 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 20155 in Gainesville, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 43, which is 57% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gainesville.

Compared to the Gainesville average (crime index 53), zip code 20155 is 10% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 54, 46% below average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 35).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 54 (46% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 35 (65% below avg)

20155 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
46 -54% Low
Assault
44 -56% Low
Robbery
52 -48% Low
Rape
54 -46% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
36 -64% Low
Larceny / Theft
41 -59% Low
Vehicle Theft
35 -65% Low

How 20155 Compares

Crime index by category: 20155 vs Gainesville average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

20155 Crime Map

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20155 Demographics & Context

Population
33,639
Median Income
$158,514
Home Value
$644,963
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
1,154/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 27.9%
Graduate Degree 21.8%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 64.5%
Black 12.1%
Hispanic 10.6%
Asian 14.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 20155, Gainesville?

Zip code 20155 in Gainesville, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 43, which is 57% below the national average. Compared to the Gainesville average, crime in Zip code 20155 is 10% lower. Zip code 20155 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gainesville.

Is Zip code 20155 a safe neighborhood in Gainesville?

Zip code 20155 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gainesville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 54), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gainesville.

How does Zip code 20155 compare to the rest of Gainesville?

Zip code 20155's overall crime index is 43, compared to the Gainesville average of 53. This means crime in Zip code 20155 is 10% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 49, and for property crime it is 37. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 20155?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 20155 is Rape, with a crime index of 54 (46% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 20155?

Zip code 20155 has a population of approximately 33,639. The median household income is $158,514. The median home value is $644,963. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 20155 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 20155's overall crime rate is 57% below the national average (index 43 vs 100). Within Gainesville, 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.