70047 Zip Code, Destrehan

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Destrehan

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 67 / 300 High
Violent Crime 79
21% below national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 70047 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 70047 in Destrehan, LA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 67, which is 33% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Destrehan.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 114, 14% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 55). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 114 (14% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 55 (45% below avg)

70047 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
80 -20% Low
Assault
55 -45% Low
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
78 -22% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
88 -12% Average
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

70047 Crime Map

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70047 Demographics & Context

Population
12,949
Median Income
$101,052
Home Value
$317,212
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
540/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.1%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 69%
Black 25.4%
Hispanic 7.4%
Asian 1.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70047, Destrehan?

Zip code 70047 in Destrehan, LA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 67, which is 33% below the national average. Zip code 70047 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Destrehan.

Is Zip code 70047 a safe neighborhood in Destrehan?

Zip code 70047 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Destrehan, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 114), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 55). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Destrehan.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70047?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70047 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 114 (14% 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 70047?

Zip code 70047 has a population of approximately 12,949. The median household income is $101,052. The median home value is $317,212. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70047 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70047's overall crime rate is 33% below the national average (index 67 vs 100). Within Destrehan, 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.