08009 Zip Code, Berlin

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Berlin

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 61 / 300 High
Violent Crime 83
17% below national avg
Property Crime 69
31% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 08009 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08009 in Berlin, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 61, which is 39% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Berlin.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 94, 6% below average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 57).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 94 (6% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 57 (43% below avg)

08009 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
63 -37% Low
Assault
81 -19% Average
Robbery
94 -6% Average
Rape
94 -6% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
76 -24% Low
Larceny / Theft
57 -43% Low
Vehicle Theft
75 -25% Low

08009 Crime Map

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08009 Demographics & Context

Population
15,501
Median Income
$96,778
Home Value
$293,644
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
1,087/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.8%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.1%
Black 15%
Hispanic 6.3%
Asian 4.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08009, Berlin?

Zip code 08009 in Berlin, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 61, which is 39% below the national average. Zip code 08009 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Berlin.

Is Zip code 08009 a safe neighborhood in Berlin?

Zip code 08009 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Berlin, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 94), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Berlin.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08009?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08009 is Robbery, with a crime index of 94 (6% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 08009?

Zip code 08009 has a population of approximately 15,501. The median household income is $96,778. The median home value is $293,644. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08009 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08009's overall crime rate is 39% below the national average (index 61 vs 100). Within Berlin, 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.