53818 Zip Code, Platteville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Platteville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 91 / 300 High
Violent Crime 130
30% above national avg
Property Crime 138
38% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 53818 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 53818 in Platteville, WI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Platteville.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 96).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 96 (4% below avg)

53818 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
96 -4% Average
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
155 +55% High
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
157 +57% High
Vehicle Theft
146 +46% Moderate

53818 Crime Map

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53818 Demographics & Context

Population
15,307
Median Income
$60,651
Home Value
$228,681
Median Age
31
Pop. Density
99/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.3%
Graduate Degree 19%

Housing

49%
51%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.2%
Black 2.8%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 2.2%
53818 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 53818, Platteville?

Zip code 53818 in Platteville, WI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average. Zip code 53818 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Platteville.

Is Zip code 53818 a safe neighborhood in Platteville?

Zip code 53818 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Platteville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 157), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Platteville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 53818?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 53818 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 157 (57% 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 53818?

Zip code 53818 has a population of approximately 15,307. The median household income is $60,651. The median home value is $228,681. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 53818 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 53818's overall crime rate is 9% below the national average (index 91 vs 100). Within Platteville, 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.