55965 Zip Code, Preston

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Preston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 55965 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 55965 in Preston, MN has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Preston.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 65). 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
Larceny / Theft · Index 65 (35% below avg)

55965 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
117 +17% Moderate
Robbery
148 +48% Moderate
Rape
147 +47% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
65 -35% Low
Vehicle Theft
103 +3% Moderate

55965 Crime Map

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55965 Demographics & Context

Population
2,024
Median Income
$64,958
Home Value
$262,528
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.5%
Graduate Degree 6.2%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.7%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.2%
55965 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 55965, Preston?

Zip code 55965 in Preston, MN has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 55965 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Preston.

Is Zip code 55965 a safe neighborhood in Preston?

Zip code 55965 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Preston, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 148), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 65). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Preston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 55965?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 55965 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 55965?

Zip code 55965 has a population of approximately 2,024. The median household income is $64,958. The median home value is $262,528. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 55965 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 55965's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Preston, 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.