51656 Zip Code, Yorktown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Yorktown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 145 / 300 High
Violent Crime 152
52% above national avg
Property Crime 107
7% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51656 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 51656 in Yorktown, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Yorktown.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 177, 77% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 177 (77% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 28 (72% below avg)

51656 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
152 +52% High
Robbery
158 +58% High
Rape
170 +70% High
Property Crime
Burglary
177 +77% High
Larceny / Theft
28 -72% Low
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

51656 Crime Map

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51656 Demographics & Context

Population
2
Median Income
$55,921
Home Value
$65,533
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7%
Graduate Degree 6%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.7%
Black 2.1%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 0.2%
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Yorktown Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51656, Yorktown?

Zip code 51656 in Yorktown, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average. Zip code 51656 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Yorktown.

Is Zip code 51656 a safe neighborhood in Yorktown?

Zip code 51656 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Yorktown, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 177), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Yorktown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51656?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51656 is Burglary, with a crime index of 177 (77% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51656?

Zip code 51656 has a population of approximately 2. The median household income is $55,921. The median home value is $65,533. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51656 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51656's overall crime rate is 45% above the national average (index 145 vs 100). Within Yorktown, 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.