35646 Zip Code, Leighton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Leighton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 99 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 80
20% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 35646 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 35646 in Leighton, AL has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Leighton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 35 (65% below avg)

35646 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
127 +27% Moderate
Rape
137 +37% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
146 +46% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
35 -65% Low
Vehicle Theft
60 -40% Low

35646 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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35646 Demographics & Context

Population
4,777
Median Income
$49,781
Home Value
$136,493
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
53/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.1%
Graduate Degree 6.6%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.4%
Black 21.8%
Hispanic 3.6%
Asian 0.5%
35646 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35646, Leighton?

Zip code 35646 in Leighton, AL has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average. Zip code 35646 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Leighton.

Is Zip code 35646 a safe neighborhood in Leighton?

Zip code 35646 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Leighton, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 35). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Leighton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35646?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35646 is Burglary, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35646?

Zip code 35646 has a population of approximately 4,777. The median household income is $49,781. The median home value is $136,493. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35646 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35646's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average (index 99 vs 100). Within Leighton, 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.