70518 Zip Code, Broussard

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Broussard

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 91 / 300 High
Violent Crime 82
18% below national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 70518 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 70518 in Broussard, LA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Broussard.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 112, 12% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 59).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 112 (12% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 59 (41% below avg)

70518 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
96 -4% Average
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
59 -41% Low
Rape
86 -14% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
99 -1% Average

70518 Crime Map

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70518 Demographics & Context

Population
14,159
Median Income
$86,994
Home Value
$271,584
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
334/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.1%
Graduate Degree 7%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74.2%
Black 18.5%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 2.8%
70518 Crime Map
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Broussard Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70518, Broussard?

Zip code 70518 in Broussard, LA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 91, which is 9% below the national average. Zip code 70518 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Broussard.

Is Zip code 70518 a safe neighborhood in Broussard?

Zip code 70518 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Broussard, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 112), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 59). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Broussard.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70518?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70518 is Burglary, with a crime index of 112 (12% 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 70518?

Zip code 70518 has a population of approximately 14,159. The median household income is $86,994. The median home value is $271,584. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70518 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70518's overall crime rate is 9% below the national average (index 91 vs 100). Within Broussard, 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.