05257 Zip Code, North Bennington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in North Bennington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 123 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 05257 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 05257 in North Bennington, VT has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in North Bennington.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 75).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 75 (25% below avg)

05257 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
148 +48% Moderate
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
75 -25% Low
Rape
159 +59% High
Property Crime
Burglary
88 -12% Average
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
146 +46% Moderate

05257 Crime Map

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05257 Demographics & Context

Population
2,555
Median Income
$65,886
Home Value
$286,625
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
201/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23%
Graduate Degree 16.5%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.5%
Black 2.3%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 1.6%
05257 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05257, North Bennington?

Zip code 05257 in North Bennington, VT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 05257 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in North Bennington.

Is Zip code 05257 a safe neighborhood in North Bennington?

Zip code 05257 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in North Bennington, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 159), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 75). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in North Bennington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05257?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05257 is Rape, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05257?

Zip code 05257 has a population of approximately 2,555. The median household income is $65,886. The median home value is $286,625. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05257 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05257's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within North Bennington, 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.