37160 Zip Code, Shelbyville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shelbyville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 37160 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 37160 in Shelbyville, TN has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% 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: 136, 36% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 119).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 119 (19% above avg)

37160 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
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
121 +21% Moderate
Rape
127 +27% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
126 +26% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
129 +29% Moderate

37160 Crime Map

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37160 Demographics & Context

Population
35,568
Median Income
$50,546
Home Value
$272,009
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
158/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 72.1%
Black 11%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 1.2%
37160 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 37160, Shelbyville?

Zip code 37160 in Shelbyville, TN has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 37160 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shelbyville.

Is Zip code 37160 a safe neighborhood in Shelbyville?

Zip code 37160 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shelbyville, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 136), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 119). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shelbyville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 37160?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 37160 is Burglary, with a crime index of 136 (36% 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 37160?

Zip code 37160 has a population of approximately 35,568. The median household income is $50,546. The median home value is $272,009. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 37160 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 37160's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 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.