36915 Zip Code, Needham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Needham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 62 / 300 High
Violent Crime 105
5% above national avg
Property Crime 118
18% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 36915 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 36915 in Needham, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 62, which is 38% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Needham.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 161, 61% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 60).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 161 (61% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 60 (40% below avg)

36915 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
101 +1% Moderate
Assault
60 -40% Low
Robbery
161 +61% High
Rape
98 -2% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
161 +61% High
Larceny / Theft
86 -14% Average
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

36915 Crime Map

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36915 Demographics & Context

Population
461
Median Income
$65,143
Home Value
$42,801
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 4.4%
Graduate Degree 5.4%

Housing

88%
12%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 77.4%
Black 21.5%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 36915, Needham?

Zip code 36915 in Needham, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 62, which is 38% below the national average. Zip code 36915 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Needham.

Is Zip code 36915 a safe neighborhood in Needham?

Zip code 36915 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Needham, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 161), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 60). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Needham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 36915?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 36915 is Robbery, with a crime index of 161 (61% 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 36915?

Zip code 36915 has a population of approximately 461. The median household income is $65,143. The median home value is $42,801. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 36915 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 36915's overall crime rate is 38% below the national average (index 62 vs 100). Within Needham, 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.