42159 Zip Code, Oakland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oakland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 119 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 43
57% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 42159 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 42159 in Oakland, KY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Oakland.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 14). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 14 (86% below avg)

42159 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
148 +48% Moderate
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
90 -10% Average
Larceny / Theft
24 -76% Low
Vehicle Theft
14 -86% Low

42159 Crime Map

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42159 Demographics & Context

Population
1,502
Median Income
$75,074
Home Value
$296,786
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
56/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.8%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89%
Black 8.3%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.4%
42159 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 42159, Oakland?

Zip code 42159 in Oakland, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. Zip code 42159 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oakland.

Is Zip code 42159 a safe neighborhood in Oakland?

Zip code 42159 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Oakland, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 148), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 14). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oakland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 42159?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 42159 is Robbery, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 42159?

Zip code 42159 has a population of approximately 1,502. The median household income is $75,074. The median home value is $296,786. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 42159 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 42159's overall crime rate is 19% above the national average (index 119 vs 100). Within Oakland, 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.