12720 Zip Code, Bethel

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethel

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 139 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12720 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12720 in Bethel, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bethel.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 28 (72% below avg)

12720 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
153 +53% High
Robbery
155 +55% High
Rape
113 +13% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
28 -72% Low

12720 Crime Map

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12720 Demographics & Context

Population
271
Median Income
$68,941
Home Value
$219,927
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.6%
Graduate Degree 11.9%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.5%
Black 2.1%
Hispanic 13.3%
Asian 1.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12720, Bethel?

Zip code 12720 in Bethel, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 139, which is 39% above the national average. Zip code 12720 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bethel.

Is Zip code 12720 a safe neighborhood in Bethel?

Zip code 12720 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bethel, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 155), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 28). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bethel.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12720?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12720 is Robbery, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 12720?

Zip code 12720 has a population of approximately 271. The median household income is $68,941. The median home value is $219,927. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12720 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12720's overall crime rate is 39% above the national average (index 139 vs 100). Within Bethel, 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.