51450 Zip Code, Lake View

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake View

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 149 / 300 High
Violent Crime 151
51% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51450 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51450 in Lake View, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lake View.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 115). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 166 (66% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 115 (15% above avg)

51450 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
142 +42% Moderate
Assault
157 +57% High
Robbery
166 +66% High
Rape
138 +38% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
139 +39% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
115 +15% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
134 +34% Moderate

51450 Crime Map

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51450 Demographics & Context

Population
1,382
Median Income
$62,833
Home Value
$227,133
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.7%
Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 99.2%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 0.3%
Asian 0.1%
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Lake View Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51450, Lake View?

Zip code 51450 in Lake View, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 51450 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lake View.

Is Zip code 51450 a safe neighborhood in Lake View?

Zip code 51450 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lake View, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 166), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 115). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lake View.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51450?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51450 is Robbery, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51450?

Zip code 51450 has a population of approximately 1,382. The median household income is $62,833. The median home value is $227,133. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51450 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51450's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Lake View, 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.