05062 Zip Code, Reading

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Reading

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 143 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 49
51% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 05062 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 05062 in Reading, VT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 143, which is 43% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Reading.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 25 (75% below avg)

05062 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
133 +33% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
93 -7% Average
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
87 -13% Average
Larceny / Theft
35 -65% Low
Vehicle Theft
25 -75% Low

05062 Crime Map

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05062 Demographics & Context

Population
583
Median Income
$84,776
Home Value
$477,852
Median Age
52
Pop. Density
20/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.3%
Graduate Degree 14.5%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.9%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.7%
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Reading Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05062, Reading?

Zip code 05062 in Reading, VT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 143, which is 43% above the national average. Zip code 05062 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Reading.

Is Zip code 05062 a safe neighborhood in Reading?

Zip code 05062 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Reading, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 133), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Reading.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05062?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05062 is Murder, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05062?

Zip code 05062 has a population of approximately 583. The median household income is $84,776. The median home value is $477,852. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05062 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05062's overall crime rate is 43% above the national average (index 143 vs 100). Within Reading, 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.