15656 Zip Code, Leechburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Leechburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 104 / 300 High

Violent Crime 103

3% above national avg

Property Crime 92

8% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 15656 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 15656 in Leechburg, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Leechburg.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 111, 11% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 83).

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 111 (11% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 83 (17% below avg)

15656 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Leechburg	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	95	-5%	N/A	Average
Robbery	95	-5%	N/A	Average
Rape	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	83	-17%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	88	-12%	N/A	Average

15656 Crime Map

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15656 Demographics & Context

Population

10,943

Median Income

$67,489

Home Value

$128,728

Median Age

Pop. Density

287/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.5%

Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

80%

20%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.3%

Black 1.7%

Hispanic 0.7%

Asian 0.4%

15656 Crime Map

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Leechburg Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 15656, Leechburg?

Zip code 15656 in Leechburg, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Zip code 15656 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Leechburg.

Is Zip code 15656 a safe neighborhood in Leechburg?

Zip code 15656 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Leechburg, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 111), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Leechburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 15656?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 15656 is Murder, with a crime index of 111 (11% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 15656?

Zip code 15656 has a population of approximately 10,943. The median household income is $67,489. The median home value is $128,728. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 15656 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 15656's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 vs 100). Within Leechburg, 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.