80481 Zip Code, Ward

Last updated: October 22, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ward

Summary: 80481 (Ward, CO) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 80481, Ward, CO has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 72% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 22, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 172 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 75
25% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 80481 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 80481 in Ward, CO has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Ward.

Compared to the Ward average (crime index 189), zip code 80481 is 17% lower in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 172, 72% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 172 (72% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 6 (94% below avg)

80481 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
81 -19% Average
Assault
172 +72% High
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
102 +2% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
156 +56% High
Larceny / Theft
63 -37% Low
Vehicle Theft
6 -94% Low

How 80481 Compares

Crime index by category: 80481 vs Ward average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

80481 Crime Map

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80481 Demographics & Context

Population
695
Median Income
$87,299
Home Value
$608,410
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 33.9%
Graduate Degree 24.6%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 80481, Ward?

Zip code 80481 in Ward, CO has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 172, which is 72% above the national average. Compared to the Ward average, crime in Zip code 80481 is 17% lower. Zip code 80481 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ward.

Is Zip code 80481 a safe neighborhood in Ward?

Zip code 80481 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A+. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 172), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ward.

How does Zip code 80481 compare to the rest of Ward?

Zip code 80481's overall crime index is 172, compared to the Ward average of 189. This means crime in Zip code 80481 is 17% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 117, and for property crime it is 75. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 80481?

The most common crime type in Zip code 80481 is Assault, with a crime index of 172 (72% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 80481?

Zip code 80481 has a population of approximately 695. The median household income is $87,299. The median home value is $608,410. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 80481 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 80481's overall crime rate is 72% above the national average (index 172 vs 100). Within Ward, 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 October 2026.