12029 Zip Code, Canaan

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Canaan

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 79
21% below national avg
Property Crime 51
49% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Canaan zip codes

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Is 12029 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12029 in Canaan, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Canaan.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 15). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 15 (85% below avg)

12029 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
72 -28% Low
Assault
134 +34% Moderate
Robbery
45 -55% Low
Rape
65 -35% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
107 +7% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
32 -68% Low
Vehicle Theft
15 -85% Low

12029 Crime Map

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12029 Demographics & Context

Population
1,017
Median Income
$92,345
Home Value
$461,203
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
47/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.2%
Graduate Degree 25.2%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89%
Black 5.6%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 1.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12029, Canaan?

Zip code 12029 in Canaan, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 12029 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Canaan.

Is Zip code 12029 a safe neighborhood in Canaan?

Zip code 12029 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Canaan, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 134), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 15). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Canaan.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12029?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12029 is Assault, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 12029?

Zip code 12029 has a population of approximately 1,017. The median household income is $92,345. The median home value is $461,203. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12029 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12029's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Canaan, 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.