07016 Zip Code, Cranford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cranford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 29 / 300 High
Violent Crime 68
32% below national avg
Property Crime 46
54% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07016 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 07016 in Cranford, NJ has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 29, which is 71% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cranford.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 90, 10% below average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 31). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 90 (10% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 31 (69% below avg)

07016 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
31 -69% Low
Assault
65 -35% Low
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
84 -16% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
48 -52% Low
Larceny / Theft
45 -55% Low
Vehicle Theft
46 -54% Low

07016 Crime Map

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07016 Demographics & Context

Population
22,825
Median Income
$144,015
Home Value
$614,972
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
4,831/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30.5%
Graduate Degree 22.8%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.5%
Black 3.2%
Hispanic 8.3%
Asian 4%
07016 Crime Map
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Cranford Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07016, Cranford?

Zip code 07016 in Cranford, NJ has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 29, which is 71% below the national average. Zip code 07016 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cranford.

Is Zip code 07016 a safe neighborhood in Cranford?

Zip code 07016 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cranford, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 90), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 31). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cranford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07016?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07016 is Robbery, with a crime index of 90 (10% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07016?

Zip code 07016 has a population of approximately 22,825. The median household income is $144,015. The median home value is $614,972. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07016 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07016's overall crime rate is 71% below the national average (index 29 vs 100). Within Cranford, 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.