38351 Zip Code, Lexington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lexington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 38351 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38351 in Lexington, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lexington.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 124, 24% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 115).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 124 (24% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 115 (15% above avg)

38351 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
124 +24% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
122 +22% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
120 +20% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
124 +24% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

38351 Crime Map

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38351 Demographics & Context

Population
17,014
Median Income
$57,866
Home Value
$194,028
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
79/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.7%
Graduate Degree 4%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.7%
Black 16%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 0.4%
38351 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38351, Lexington?

Zip code 38351 in Lexington, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 38351 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lexington.

Is Zip code 38351 a safe neighborhood in Lexington?

Zip code 38351 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lexington, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 124), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 115). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lexington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38351?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38351 is Murder, with a crime index of 124 (24% 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 38351?

Zip code 38351 has a population of approximately 17,014. The median household income is $57,866. The median home value is $194,028. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38351 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38351's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Lexington, 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.