08805 Zip Code, Bound Brook

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bound Brook

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 142 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 08805 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 08805 in Bound Brook, NJ has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bound Brook.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 99).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 99 (1% below avg)

08805 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
148 +48% Moderate
Assault
103 +3% Moderate
Robbery
108 +8% Moderate
Rape
102 +2% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
99 -1% Average
Larceny / Theft
129 +29% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
102 +2% Moderate

08805 Crime Map

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08805 Demographics & Context

Population
12,148
Median Income
$94,702
Home Value
$394,854
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
4,220/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.5%
Graduate Degree 10.3%

Housing

49%
51%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 60.2%
Black 6.5%
Hispanic 47.4%
Asian 4.4%
08805 Crime Map
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Bound Brook Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08805, Bound Brook?

Zip code 08805 in Bound Brook, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average. Zip code 08805 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bound Brook.

Is Zip code 08805 a safe neighborhood in Bound Brook?

Zip code 08805 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bound Brook, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 148), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bound Brook.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08805?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08805 is Murder, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 08805?

Zip code 08805 has a population of approximately 12,148. The median household income is $94,702. The median home value is $394,854. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08805 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08805's overall crime rate is 42% above the national average (index 142 vs 100). Within Bound Brook, 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.