40065 Zip Code, Shelbyville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shelbyville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 109
9% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 40065 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 40065 in Shelbyville, KY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shelbyville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 119, 19% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 106).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 119 (19% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 106 (6% above avg)

40065 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
108 +8% Moderate
Assault
114 +14% Moderate
Robbery
106 +6% Moderate
Rape
107 +7% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

40065 Crime Map

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40065 Demographics & Context

Population
32,693
Median Income
$74,158
Home Value
$261,692
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
185/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.4%
Graduate Degree 7.7%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.8%
Black 8.2%
Hispanic 12.8%
Asian 0.8%
40065 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 40065, Shelbyville?

Zip code 40065 in Shelbyville, KY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 40065 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shelbyville.

Is Zip code 40065 a safe neighborhood in Shelbyville?

Zip code 40065 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shelbyville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 119), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 106). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shelbyville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 40065?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 40065 is Burglary, with a crime index of 119 (19% 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 40065?

Zip code 40065 has a population of approximately 32,693. The median household income is $74,158. The median home value is $261,692. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 40065 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 40065's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Shelbyville, 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.