Question 1

Is 53186 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 53186 in Waukesha has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Waukesha city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 53186 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 53186?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 53186 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 53186. 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, 53186 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Waukesha. 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 53186?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 53186 is approximately $367K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 53186 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 53186 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 53186 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 53186 has an overall NeighborScore of 66/100, placing it in the moderate range for Waukesha. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 66/100, 53186 scores similarly to the middle tier of Waukesha 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.

Waukesha — ZIP 53186

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
La Casa de Esperanza Charter School	PK–08	—	—	—
Banting Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Les Paul Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Hadfield Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Heyer Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Hillcrest Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Horning Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Waukesha STEM Academy	KG–08	—	—	—
South High	09–12	—	—	—
White Rock School	PK–08	—	—	—
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy	09–12	—	—	—
White Rock Campus	PK–PK	—	—	—
Waukesha Academy of Health Professions	09–12	—	—	—