12015 Zip Code, Athens

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Athens

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 98
2% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12015 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12015 in Athens, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Athens.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 83).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 83 (17% below avg)

12015 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Athens city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
131 +31% Moderate
Assault
105 +5% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
120 +20% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
83 -17% Average
Vehicle Theft
99 -1% Average

12015 Crime Map

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12015 Demographics & Context

Population
3,140
Median Income
$75,495
Home Value
$352,695
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
171/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.5%
Graduate Degree 13.2%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.4%
Black 2.6%
Hispanic 4.7%
Asian 1.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12015, Athens?

Zip code 12015 in Athens, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 12015 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Athens.

Is Zip code 12015 a safe neighborhood in Athens?

Zip code 12015 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Athens, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 131), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Athens.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12015?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12015 is Murder, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 12015?

Zip code 12015 has a population of approximately 3,140. The median household income is $75,495. The median home value is $352,695. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12015 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12015's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Athens, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.