51243 Zip Code, Little Rock

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Little Rock

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 154 / 300 High
Violent Crime 146
46% above national avg
Property Crime 111
11% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51243 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51243 in Little Rock, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Little Rock.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 162, 62% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 53). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 162 (62% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 53 (47% below avg)

51243 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
151 +51% High
Assault
144 +44% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
162 +62% High
Property Crime
Burglary
160 +60% High
Larceny / Theft
53 -47% Low
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

51243 Crime Map

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51243 Demographics & Context

Population
580
Median Income
$64,631
Home Value
$158,424
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.1%
Graduate Degree 2.4%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96%
Black 0%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.7%
51243 Crime Map
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Little Rock Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51243, Little Rock?

Zip code 51243 in Little Rock, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average. Zip code 51243 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Little Rock.

Is Zip code 51243 a safe neighborhood in Little Rock?

Zip code 51243 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Little Rock, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 162), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 53). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Little Rock.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51243?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51243 is Rape, with a crime index of 162 (62% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51243?

Zip code 51243 has a population of approximately 580. The median household income is $64,631. The median home value is $158,424. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51243 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51243's overall crime rate is 54% above the national average (index 154 vs 100). Within Little Rock, 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.