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ZIP Code 33853 Safety Score

Lake Wales, Florida • Polk County

72
Grade: B — Safe
📍 This score is based on crime data for Lake Wales, FL, the primary city for ZIP code 33853. Individual neighborhoods within this ZIP may vary.

Crime Statistics

244
Violent Crime Rate
(per 100K)
1529
Property Crime Rate
(per 100K)
16,813
City Population
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About ZIP Code 33853

ZIP code 33853 is located in Lake Wales, Florida. Based on FBI crime data, this area has a safety score of 72/100, earning a grade of B.

This is considered a safe area with crime rates below the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ZIP code 33853 safe?

ZIP code 33853 (Lake Wales, Florida) has a safety score of 72/100, earning a grade of B — Safe. This score is based on FBI crime data for the primary city covering this ZIP code.

What is the crime rate in ZIP code 33853?

Crime rates for ZIP 33853 are based on data from Lake Wales, Florida. Check the violent and property crime rates above for specific numbers per 100,000 residents.

How is the safety score calculated?

Safety scores combine violent crime rates, property crime rates, and population data from the FBI Uniform Crime Report. Scores range from 0-100, with higher scores indicating safer areas.