46970 Zip Code, Peru

Last updated: October 28, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Peru

Summary: 46970 (Peru, IN) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 46970, Peru, IN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 22% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 28, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 46970 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 46970 in Peru, IN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Peru.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 117).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 117 (17% above avg)

46970 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
121 +21% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

46970 Crime Map

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

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46970 Demographics & Context

Population
24,404
Median Income
$55,311
Home Value
$134,851
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
130/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9%
Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.9%
Black 7.2%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 46970, Peru?

Zip code 46970 in Peru, IN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 46970 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Peru.

Is Zip code 46970 a safe neighborhood in Peru?

Zip code 46970 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 131), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 117). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Peru.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 46970?

The most common crime type in Zip code 46970 is Burglary, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 46970?

Zip code 46970 has a population of approximately 24,404. The median household income is $55,311. The median home value is $134,851. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 46970 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 46970's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Peru, 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 October 2026.