54961 Zip Code, New London

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in New London

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 96 / 300 High

Violent Crime 109

9% above national avg

Property Crime 103

3% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

New London zip codes

Check a specific address

in New London

Is 54961 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 54961 in New London, WI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in New London.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 88).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 130 (30% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 88 (12% below avg)

54961 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs New London	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	88	-12%	N/A	Average
Robbery	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate

54961 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map

Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

54961 Demographics & Context

Population

12,870

Median Income

$77,491

Home Value

$192,236

Median Age

Pop. Density

99/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.6%

Graduate Degree 6.7%

Housing

73%

27%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.9%

Black 0.3%

Hispanic 6.6%

Asian 1%

54961 Crime Map

Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code

New London Crime Statistics

View all New London neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 54961, New London?

Zip code 54961 in New London, WI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average. Zip code 54961 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in New London.

Is Zip code 54961 a safe neighborhood in New London?

Zip code 54961 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in New London, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 130), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in New London.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 54961?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 54961 is Rape, with a crime index of 130 (30% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 54961?

Zip code 54961 has a population of approximately 12,870. The median household income is $77,491. The median home value is $192,236. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 54961 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 54961's overall crime rate is 4% below the national average (index 96 vs 100). Within New London, 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.