56343 Zip Code, Kensington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Kensington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 132 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 56343 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 56343 in Kensington, MN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Kensington.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 30). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 30 (70% below avg)

56343 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
127 +27% Moderate
Robbery
105 +5% Moderate
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
142 +42% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
30 -70% Low
Vehicle Theft
44 -56% Low

56343 Crime Map

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56343 Demographics & Context

Population
1,154
Median Income
$77,622
Home Value
$290,341
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.3%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

90%
10%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.8%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.3%
56343 Crime Map
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Kensington Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 56343, Kensington?

Zip code 56343 in Kensington, MN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 56343 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Kensington.

Is Zip code 56343 a safe neighborhood in Kensington?

Zip code 56343 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Kensington, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 142), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 30). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Kensington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 56343?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 56343 is Burglary, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 56343?

Zip code 56343 has a population of approximately 1,154. The median household income is $77,622. The median home value is $290,341. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 56343 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 56343's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within Kensington, 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.