23888 Zip Code, Wakefield

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wakefield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 119 / 300 High

Violent Crime 130

30% above national avg

Property Crime 86

14% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 23888 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 23888 in Wakefield, VA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wakefield.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 149, 49% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 149 (49% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 38 (62% below avg)

23888 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Wakefield	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	110	+10%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	149	+49%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	138	+38%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	38	-62%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	83	-17%	N/A	Average

23888 Crime Map

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23888 Demographics & Context

Population

2,572

Median Income

$64,569

Home Value

$217,187

Median Age

Pop. Density

29/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.9%

Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

74%

26%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50%

Black 45.3%

Hispanic 2%

Asian 1.1%

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Wakefield Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 23888, Wakefield?

Zip code 23888 in Wakefield, VA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. Zip code 23888 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wakefield.

Is Zip code 23888 a safe neighborhood in Wakefield?

Zip code 23888 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wakefield, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 149), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 38). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wakefield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 23888?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 23888 is Rape, with a crime index of 149 (49% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 23888?

Zip code 23888 has a population of approximately 2,572. The median household income is $64,569. The median home value is $217,187. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 23888 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 23888's overall crime rate is 19% above the national average (index 119 vs 100). Within Wakefield, 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.