72438 Zip Code, Leachville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Leachville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 145
45% above national avg
Property Crime 128
28% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 72438 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 72438 in Leachville, AR has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Leachville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 92).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 163 (63% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 92 (8% below avg)

72438 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
139 +39% Moderate
Assault
135 +35% Moderate
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
160 +60% High
Property Crime
Burglary
163 +63% High
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
130 +30% Moderate

72438 Crime Map

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72438 Demographics & Context

Population
1,718
Median Income
$51,343
Home Value
$91,090
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
27/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.8%
Graduate Degree 2.7%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.7%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 12.9%
Asian 0.2%
72438 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 72438, Leachville?

Zip code 72438 in Leachville, AR has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 72438 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Leachville.

Is Zip code 72438 a safe neighborhood in Leachville?

Zip code 72438 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Leachville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 163), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Leachville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 72438?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 72438 is Burglary, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 72438?

Zip code 72438 has a population of approximately 1,718. The median household income is $51,343. The median home value is $91,090. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 72438 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 72438's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Leachville, 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.