Question 1

Is 46221 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 46221 in Indianapolis has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Indianapolis city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 46221 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 46221?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 46221 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 46221. 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, 46221 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Indianapolis. 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 46221?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 46221 is approximately $212K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 46221 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 46221 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 46221 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 46221 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Indianapolis. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 46221 scores similarly to the middle tier of Indianapolis 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.

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Decatur Central High School	09–12	—	—	—
Decatur Middle School	07–08	—	—	—
Stephen Decatur Elementary School	KG–06	—	—	—
Gold Academy	KG–06	—	—	—
Blue Academy	KG–06	—	—	—
Valley Mills Elementary School	KG–06	—	—	—
Decatur Twp School for Excellence	07–12	—	—	—
Decatur High Ability Academy	03–06	—	—	—
Daniel Webster School 46 - an Exploratory School	PK–05	—	—	—
Edison School of the Arts 47	KG–08	—	—	—
William Penn Middle School - a STEM School	06–08	—	—	—