Southest Neighborhood, Indianapolis
Last updated: May 19, 2026
Crime Rate & Statistics
Safe neighborhood — below-average crime across most categories
Summary: Southest, Indianapolis Crime Rate (2026)
Southest in Indianapolis, IN has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average.
Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 19, 2026.
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Is Southest Safe?
Yes — this neighborhood is safe. Southest in Indianapolis, IN has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average of 100.
Compared to the Indianapolis average (crime index 99), Southest is 6% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.
Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 32).
Southest Crime Breakdown
Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Indianapolis city average. Higher values mean more crime.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
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Murder
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115 | +15% | Moderate | |
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Assault
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32 | -68% | Low | |
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Robbery
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98 | -2% | Average | |
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Rape
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85 | -15% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
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Burglary
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48 | -52% | Low | |
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Larceny / Theft
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89 | -11% | Average | |
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Vehicle Theft
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83 | -17% | Average | |
How Southest Compares
Crime index by category: Southest vs Indianapolis average vs national average.
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Southest Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Southest, Indianapolis?
Southest in Indianapolis, IN has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 93, which is 7% below the national average. Compared to the Indianapolis average, crime in Southest is 6% lower.
Is Southest a safe neighborhood in Indianapolis?
Southest is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Indianapolis, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 115), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 32).
How does Southest compare to the rest of Indianapolis?
Southest's overall crime index is 93, compared to the Indianapolis average of 99. This means crime in Southest is 6% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 83, and for property crime it is 73. 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 Southest?
The most prevalent crime type in Southest is Murder, with a crime index of 115 (15% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.
What are safer neighborhoods near Southest?
Nearby neighborhoods with good safety ratings include Southeast, Five Points, Poplar Grove and Raymond Park. These areas are close to Southest and offer lower crime rates, making them worth considering for residents who prioritize safety.
What are the demographics of Southest?
Southest has a population of approximately 41. The median household income is $75,679. The median home value is $170,533. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.
How does Southest crime compare to the national average?
Southest's overall crime rate is 7% below the national average (index 93 vs 100). 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 May 2026.