Question 1

Is 38116 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38116 in Memphis has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Memphis city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 38116 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 38116?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38116 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 38116. 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, 38116 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Memphis. 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 38116?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 38116 is approximately $158K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 38116 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 38116 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 38116 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38116 has an overall NeighborScore of 73/100, placing it in the moderate range for Memphis. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 73/100, 38116 scores similarly to the middle tier of Memphis 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.

Memphis — ZIP 38116

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Hillcrest High School	09–12	—	—	—
Gardenview Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Havenview Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Oakshire Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Whitehaven Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Whitehaven High	09–12	—	—	—
Winchester Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Holmes Road Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Robert R. Church Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
A. Maceo Walker Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Bluebird Learning Center	PK–PK	—	—	—
City University School Girls Preparatory	06–08	—	—	—
City University School of Independence	09–12	—	—	—
Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch	KG–05	—	—	—
Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee	06–12	—	—	—