Question 1

Is 85021 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85021 in Phoenix has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Phoenix city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 85021 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 85021?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85021 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 85021. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 85021 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Phoenix. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 85021?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 85021 is approximately $440K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 85021 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 85021 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 85021 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 85021 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for Phoenix. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 85021 scores similarly to the middle tier of Phoenix neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Phoenix — ZIP 85021

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Bennett Academy - Venture Site	KG–07	—	—	—
Sage Academy	KG–08	—	—	—
Sunnyslope High School	09–12	—	—	—
Washington High School	09–12	—	—	—
Orangewood School	PK–08	—	—	—
Richard E Miller School	KG–05	—	—	—
Royal Palm Middle School	05–08	—	—	—
Washington Elementary School District Online Learning Academ	KG–08	—	—	—