70444 Zip Code, Kentwood

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Kentwood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 150 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 101
1% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 70444 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 70444 in Kentwood, LA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Kentwood.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 160, 60% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 160 (60% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 43 (57% below avg)

70444 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
134 +34% Moderate
Assault
154 +54% High
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
160 +60% High
Property Crime
Burglary
147 +47% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
43 -57% Low
Vehicle Theft
112 +12% Moderate

70444 Crime Map

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70444 Demographics & Context

Population
11,848
Median Income
$53,194
Home Value
$131,050
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
48/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.5%
Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 56.3%
Black 40.9%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 0.3%
70444 Crime Map
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Kentwood Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70444, Kentwood?

Zip code 70444 in Kentwood, LA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average. Zip code 70444 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Kentwood.

Is Zip code 70444 a safe neighborhood in Kentwood?

Zip code 70444 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Kentwood, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 160), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Kentwood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70444?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70444 is Rape, with a crime index of 160 (60% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70444?

Zip code 70444 has a population of approximately 11,848. The median household income is $53,194. The median home value is $131,050. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70444 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70444's overall crime rate is 50% above the national average (index 150 vs 100). Within Kentwood, 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.