38255 Zip Code, Sharon

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sharon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 107 / 300 High

Violent Crime 103

3% above national avg

Property Crime 79

21% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 38255 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38255 in Sharon, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sharon.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 42). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 125 (25% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 42 (58% below avg)

38255 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sharon	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	67	-33%	N/A	Low
Rape	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	100	0%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	42	-58%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	95	-5%	N/A	Average

38255 Crime Map

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38255 Demographics & Context

Population

2,314

Median Income

$53,907

Home Value

$87,235

Median Age

Pop. Density

47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.6%

Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

73%

27%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.7%

Black 5.9%

Hispanic 1.7%

Asian 0.2%

38255 Crime Map

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Sharon Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38255, Sharon?

Zip code 38255 in Sharon, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 38255 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sharon.

Is Zip code 38255 a safe neighborhood in Sharon?

Zip code 38255 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sharon, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 125), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 42). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sharon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38255?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38255 is Assault, with a crime index of 125 (25% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 38255?

Zip code 38255 has a population of approximately 2,314. The median household income is $53,907. The median home value is $87,235. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38255 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38255's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Sharon, 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.