05079 Zip Code, Vershire

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Vershire

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 138 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 76
24% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 05079 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 05079 in Vershire, VT 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 Vershire.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 37). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 37 (63% below avg)

05079 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
144 +44% Moderate
Robbery
68 -32% Low
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
151 +51% High
Larceny / Theft
40 -60% Low
Vehicle Theft
37 -63% Low

05079 Crime Map

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05079 Demographics & Context

Population
728
Median Income
$61,521
Home Value
$249,381
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
20/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.3%
Graduate Degree 20.1%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.6%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 1.1%
05079 Crime Map
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Vershire Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05079, Vershire?

Zip code 05079 in Vershire, VT 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 05079 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Vershire.

Is Zip code 05079 a safe neighborhood in Vershire?

Zip code 05079 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Vershire, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 151), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 37). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Vershire.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05079?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05079 is Burglary, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05079?

Zip code 05079 has a population of approximately 728. The median household income is $61,521. The median home value is $249,381. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05079 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05079's overall crime rate is 38% above the national average (index 138 vs 100). Within Vershire, 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.