48225 Zip Code, Harper Woods

Last updated: June 1, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Harper Woods

Summary: 48225 (Harper Woods, MI) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 48225 in Harper Woods, MI has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 72, which is 28% below the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Harper Woods.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 1, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 72 / 300 High
Violent Crime 68
32% below national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 48225 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 48225 in Harper Woods, MI has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 72, which is 28% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Harper Woods.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 114, 14% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 38). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 114 (14% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 38 (62% below avg)

48225 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
75 -25% Low
Assault
83 -17% Average
Robbery
76 -24% Low
Rape
38 -62% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
104 +4% Moderate

48225 Crime Map

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48225 Demographics & Context

Population
13,581
Median Income
$64,918
Home Value
$134,537
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
5,194/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.2%
Graduate Degree 10.3%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 45%
Black 47.3%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 2.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 48225, Harper Woods?

Zip code 48225 in Harper Woods, MI has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 72, which is 28% below the national average. Zip code 48225 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Harper Woods.

Is Zip code 48225 a safe neighborhood in Harper Woods?

Zip code 48225 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Harper Woods, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 114), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Harper Woods.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 48225?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 48225 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 114 (14% 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 48225?

Zip code 48225 has a population of approximately 13,581. The median household income is $64,918. The median home value is $134,537. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 48225 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 48225's overall crime rate is 28% below the national average (index 72 vs 100). Within Harper Woods, 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 June 2026.