Question 1

Is 48446 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 48446 in Lapeer has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Lapeer city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 48446 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 48446?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 48446 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 48446. 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, 48446 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Lapeer. 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 48446?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 48446 is approximately $265K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 48446 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 48446 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 48446 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 48446 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for Lapeer. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 48446 scores similarly to the middle tier of Lapeer 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.

Lapeer — ZIP 48446

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Chatfield School	KG–08	—	—	—
Turrill Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Elva Lynch Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Lapeer High School	10–12	—	—	—
CK Schickler Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Rolland Warner Campus 67	06–07	—	—	—
Zemmer Campus 89	08–09	—	—	—