49456 Zip Code, Spring Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Spring Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 109 / 300 High
Violent Crime 73
27% below national avg
Property Crime 47
53% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 49456 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 49456 in Spring Lake, MI has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Spring Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 108, 8% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 108 (8% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 25 (75% below avg)

49456 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
93 -7% Average
Assault
108 +8% Moderate
Robbery
44 -56% Low
Rape
46 -54% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
31 -69% Low
Larceny / Theft
85 -15% Average
Vehicle Theft
25 -75% Low

49456 Crime Map

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49456 Demographics & Context

Population
20,713
Median Income
$73,675
Home Value
$459,088
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
615/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.3%
Graduate Degree 15%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.2%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 1.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 49456, Spring Lake?

Zip code 49456 in Spring Lake, MI has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average. Zip code 49456 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Spring Lake.

Is Zip code 49456 a safe neighborhood in Spring Lake?

Zip code 49456 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Spring Lake, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 108), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Spring Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 49456?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 49456 is Assault, with a crime index of 108 (8% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 49456?

Zip code 49456 has a population of approximately 20,713. The median household income is $73,675. The median home value is $459,088. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 49456 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 49456's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within Spring Lake, 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.