07002 Zip Code, Bayonne

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bayonne

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 89 / 300 High
Violent Crime 99
1% below national avg
Property Crime 73
27% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07002 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 07002 in Bayonne, NJ has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bayonne.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 111, 11% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 57). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 111 (11% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 57 (43% below avg)

07002 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
89 -11% Average
Assault
111 +11% Moderate
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
86 -14% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
57 -43% Low
Larceny / Theft
66 -34% Low
Vehicle Theft
96 -4% Average

07002 Crime Map

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07002 Demographics & Context

Population
60,339
Median Income
$78,913
Home Value
$521,493
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
9,362/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23%
Graduate Degree 9.8%

Housing

35%
65%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 62.2%
Black 9.8%
Hispanic 27.4%
Asian 11.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07002, Bayonne?

Zip code 07002 in Bayonne, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average. Zip code 07002 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bayonne.

Is Zip code 07002 a safe neighborhood in Bayonne?

Zip code 07002 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bayonne, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 111), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bayonne.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07002?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07002 is Assault, with a crime index of 111 (11% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07002?

Zip code 07002 has a population of approximately 60,339. The median household income is $78,913. The median home value is $521,493. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07002 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07002's overall crime rate is 11% below the national average (index 89 vs 100). Within Bayonne, 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.