05149 Zip Code, Ludlow

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ludlow

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 184 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 139
39% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 05149 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 05149 in Ludlow, VT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 184, which is 84% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ludlow.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 180, 80% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 114).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 180 (80% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 114 (14% above avg)

05149 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
145 +45% Moderate
Assault
180 +80% High
Robbery
153 +53% High
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
172 +72% High
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

05149 Crime Map

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05149 Demographics & Context

Population
2,065
Median Income
$63,551
Home Value
$645,827
Median Age
52
Pop. Density
47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.2%
Graduate Degree 17%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.8%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 1.6%
05149 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05149, Ludlow?

Zip code 05149 in Ludlow, VT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 184, which is 84% above the national average. Zip code 05149 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ludlow.

Is Zip code 05149 a safe neighborhood in Ludlow?

Zip code 05149 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ludlow, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 180), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 114). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ludlow.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05149?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05149 is Assault, with a crime index of 180 (80% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05149?

Zip code 05149 has a population of approximately 2,065. The median household income is $63,551. The median home value is $645,827. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05149 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05149's overall crime rate is 84% above the national average (index 184 vs 100). Within Ludlow, 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.