37853 Zip Code, Rockford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rockford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 37853 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 37853 in Rockford, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rockford.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 83).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 135 (35% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 83 (17% below avg)

37853 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
118 +18% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
83 -17% Average
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
135 +35% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
91 -9% Average
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

37853 Crime Map

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37853 Demographics & Context

Population
3,945
Median Income
$62,472
Home Value
$296,582
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
244/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.8%
Graduate Degree 8.5%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.8%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 0.7%
37853 Crime Map
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Rockford Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37853, Rockford?

Zip code 37853 in Rockford, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 37853 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rockford.

Is Zip code 37853 a safe neighborhood in Rockford?

Zip code 37853 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rockford, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 135), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rockford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37853?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37853 is Burglary, with a crime index of 135 (35% 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 37853?

Zip code 37853 has a population of approximately 3,945. The median household income is $62,472. The median home value is $296,582. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37853 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37853's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Rockford, 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.