38257 Zip Code, South Fulton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Fulton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 128
28% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 38257 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 38257 in South Fulton, TN has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Fulton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 105).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 105 (5% above avg)

38257 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
139 +39% Moderate
Assault
126 +26% Moderate
Robbery
105 +5% Moderate
Rape
131 +31% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
140 +40% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
124 +24% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

38257 Crime Map

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38257 Demographics & Context

Population
3,882
Median Income
$54,945
Home Value
$107,240
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
75/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11%
Graduate Degree 7.3%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.1%
Black 13.5%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.2%
38257 Crime Map
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South Fulton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 38257, South Fulton?

Zip code 38257 in South Fulton, TN has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 138, which is 38% above the national average. Zip code 38257 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Fulton.

Is Zip code 38257 a safe neighborhood in South Fulton?

Zip code 38257 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Fulton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 140), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 105). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Fulton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 38257?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 38257 is Burglary, with a crime index of 140 (40% 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 38257?

Zip code 38257 has a population of approximately 3,882. The median household income is $54,945. The median home value is $107,240. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 38257 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 38257's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within South Fulton, 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.