Question 1

Is 80601 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 80601 in Brighton has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Brighton city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 80601 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 80601?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 80601 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 80601. 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, 80601 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Brighton. 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 80601?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 80601 is approximately $500K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 80601 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 80601 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 80601 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 80601 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Brighton. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 80601 scores similarly to the middle tier of Brighton 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.

Brighton — ZIP 80601

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver	KG–08	—	—	—
Brighton High School	09–12	—	—	—
Northeast Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
South Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Southeast Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Vikan Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Overland Trail Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Bromley East Charter School	PK–08	—	—	—
Mary E Pennock Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Bright Beginnings	PK–PK	—	—	—
Foundations Academy	KG–08	—	—	—
Eagle Ridge Academy	09–12	—	—	—
Elaine S. Padilla Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
27J Online Academy	06–12	—	—	—
Horizon High School	09–12	—	—	—