19703 Zip Code, Claymont

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Claymont

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 130 / 300 High
Violent Crime 106
6% above national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 19703 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 19703 in Claymont, DE has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Claymont.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 65).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 65 (35% below avg)

19703 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
107 +7% Moderate
Rape
65 -35% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
119 +19% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

19703 Crime Map

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19703 Demographics & Context

Population
15,220
Median Income
$77,875
Home Value
$277,280
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
1,996/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.9%
Graduate Degree 9.2%

Housing

49%
51%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 51.2%
Black 34.6%
Hispanic 9.3%
Asian 5.9%
19703 Crime Map
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Claymont Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 19703, Claymont?

Zip code 19703 in Claymont, DE has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 19703 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Claymont.

Is Zip code 19703 a safe neighborhood in Claymont?

Zip code 19703 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Claymont, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 127), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 65). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Claymont.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 19703?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 19703 is Murder, with a crime index of 127 (27% 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 19703?

Zip code 19703 has a population of approximately 15,220. The median household income is $77,875. The median home value is $277,280. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 19703 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 19703's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within Claymont, 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.