24592 Zip Code, South Boston

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Boston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 136
36% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 24592 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 24592 in South Boston, VA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Boston.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 122).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 122 (22% above avg)

24592 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
136 +36% Moderate
Assault
132 +32% Moderate
Robbery
124 +24% Moderate
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
145 +45% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
140 +40% Moderate

24592 Crime Map

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24592 Demographics & Context

Population
12,063
Median Income
$48,113
Home Value
$127,580
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
96/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.1%
Graduate Degree 6.2%

Housing

54%
46%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 53.1%
Black 42.6%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 0.8%
24592 Crime Map
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South Boston Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 24592, South Boston?

Zip code 24592 in South Boston, VA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 24592 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Boston.

Is Zip code 24592 a safe neighborhood in South Boston?

Zip code 24592 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Boston, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 145), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 122). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Boston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 24592?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 24592 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 145 (45% 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 24592?

Zip code 24592 has a population of approximately 12,063. The median household income is $48,113. The median home value is $127,580. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 24592 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 24592's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within South Boston, 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.