70037 Zip Code, Belle Chasse

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Belle Chasse

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 86 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 70037 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 70037 in Belle Chasse, LA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 86, which is 14% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Belle Chasse.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 120, 20% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 77).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 120 (20% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 77 (23% below avg)

70037 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
77 -23% Low
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
96 -4% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
97 -3% Average
Larceny / Theft
120 +20% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
118 +18% Moderate

70037 Crime Map

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70037 Demographics & Context

Population
17,469
Median Income
$91,476
Home Value
$360,737
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
226/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 67.5%
Black 21.1%
Hispanic 6.9%
Asian 3.7%
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Belle Chasse Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70037, Belle Chasse?

Zip code 70037 in Belle Chasse, LA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 86, which is 14% below the national average. Zip code 70037 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Belle Chasse.

Is Zip code 70037 a safe neighborhood in Belle Chasse?

Zip code 70037 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Belle Chasse, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 120), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 77). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Belle Chasse.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70037?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70037 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 120 (20% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70037?

Zip code 70037 has a population of approximately 17,469. The median household income is $91,476. The median home value is $360,737. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70037 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70037's overall crime rate is 14% below the national average (index 86 vs 100). Within Belle Chasse, 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.