23868 Zip Code, Lawrenceville

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lawrenceville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 89 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 103
3% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 23868 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 23868 in Lawrenceville, VA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lawrenceville.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 77).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 77 (23% below avg)

23868 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
88 -12% Average
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
77 -23% Low
Rape
137 +37% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
78 -22% Low
Larceny / Theft
112 +12% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
118 +18% Moderate

23868 Crime Map

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23868 Demographics & Context

Population
5,167
Median Income
$53,379
Home Value
$99,026
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
43/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.6%
Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 29.8%
Black 67.2%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 0.6%
23868 Crime Map
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Lawrenceville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 23868, Lawrenceville?

Zip code 23868 in Lawrenceville, VA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average. Zip code 23868 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lawrenceville.

Is Zip code 23868 a safe neighborhood in Lawrenceville?

Zip code 23868 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lawrenceville, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 137), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lawrenceville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 23868?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 23868 is Rape, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 23868?

Zip code 23868 has a population of approximately 5,167. The median household income is $53,379. The median home value is $99,026. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 23868 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 23868's overall crime rate is 11% below the national average (index 89 vs 100). Within Lawrenceville, 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.