35143 Zip Code, Shelby

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shelby

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 182 / 300 High
Violent Crime 108
8% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 35143 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 35143 in Shelby, AL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 182, which is 82% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shelby.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 187, 87% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 27).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 187 (87% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 27 (73% below avg)

35143 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
159 +59% High
Robbery
81 -19% Average
Rape
60 -40% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
187 +87% High
Larceny / Theft
53 -47% Low
Vehicle Theft
27 -73% Low

35143 Crime Map

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35143 Demographics & Context

Population
3,550
Median Income
$58,959
Home Value
$293,676
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
72/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92%
Black 3.9%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 0.3%
35143 Crime Map
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Shelby Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 35143, Shelby?

Zip code 35143 in Shelby, AL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 182, which is 82% above the national average. Zip code 35143 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shelby.

Is Zip code 35143 a safe neighborhood in Shelby?

Zip code 35143 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shelby, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 187), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shelby.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 35143?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 35143 is Burglary, with a crime index of 187 (87% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 35143?

Zip code 35143 has a population of approximately 3,550. The median household income is $58,959. The median home value is $293,676. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 35143 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 35143's overall crime rate is 82% above the national average (index 182 vs 100). Within Shelby, 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.