35983 Zip Code, Leesburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Leesburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 101 / 300 High
Violent Crime 98
2% below national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 35983 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35983 in Leesburg, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 101, which is 1% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Leesburg.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 72). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 72 (28% below avg)

35983 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
81 -19% Average
Robbery
121 +21% Moderate
Rape
72 -28% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
154 +54% High
Larceny / Theft
103 +3% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

35983 Crime Map

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35983 Demographics & Context

Population
2,880
Median Income
$51,372
Home Value
$194,772
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
52/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.8%
Graduate Degree 5.6%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.9%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35983, Leesburg?

Zip code 35983 in Leesburg, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 101, which is 1% above the national average. Zip code 35983 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Leesburg.

Is Zip code 35983 a safe neighborhood in Leesburg?

Zip code 35983 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Leesburg, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 154), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Leesburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35983?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35983 is Burglary, with a crime index of 154 (54% 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 35983?

Zip code 35983 has a population of approximately 2,880. The median household income is $51,372. The median home value is $194,772. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35983 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35983's overall crime rate is 1% above the national average (index 101 vs 100). Within Leesburg, 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.