05459 Zip Code, Highgate Center

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Highgate Center

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 107 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 66
34% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 05459 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 05459 in Highgate Center, VT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Highgate Center.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 53). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 135 (35% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 53 (47% below avg)

05459 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
69 -31% Low
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
53 -47% Low
Larceny / Theft
54 -46% Low
Vehicle Theft
90 -10% Average

05459 Crime Map

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05459 Demographics & Context

Population
1,740
Median Income
$77,288
Home Value
$309,833
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
72/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.8%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.4%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 0.6%
Asian 0.4%
05459 Crime Map
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Highgate Center Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05459, Highgate Center?

Zip code 05459 in Highgate Center, VT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 05459 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Highgate Center.

Is Zip code 05459 a safe neighborhood in Highgate Center?

Zip code 05459 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Highgate Center, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 135), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 53). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Highgate Center.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05459?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05459 is Murder, with a crime index of 135 (35% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05459?

Zip code 05459 has a population of approximately 1,740. The median household income is $77,288. The median home value is $309,833. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05459 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05459's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Highgate Center, 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.