05255 Zip Code, Manchester Center

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Manchester Center

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 137 / 300 High

Violent Crime 134

34% above national avg

Property Crime 91

9% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 05255 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 05255 in Manchester Center, VT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Manchester Center.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 137 (37% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 76 (24% below avg)

05255 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Manchester Center	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	76	-24%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	87	-13%	N/A	Average

05255 Crime Map

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05255 Demographics & Context

Population

4,098

Median Income

$70,414

Home Value

$526,987

Median Age

Pop. Density

99/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 37.8%

Graduate Degree 14%

Housing

69%

31%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94%

Black 2.5%

Hispanic 2%

Asian 1.5%

05255 Crime Map

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Manchester Center Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05255, Manchester Center?

Zip code 05255 in Manchester Center, VT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 05255 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Manchester Center.

Is Zip code 05255 a safe neighborhood in Manchester Center?

Zip code 05255 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Manchester Center, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 137), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Manchester Center.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05255?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05255 is Robbery, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05255?

Zip code 05255 has a population of approximately 4,098. The median household income is $70,414. The median home value is $526,987. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05255 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05255's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Manchester Center, 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.