08316 Zip Code, Dorchester

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dorchester

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 87
13% below national avg
Property Crime 26
74% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 08316 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08316 in Dorchester, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dorchester.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 108, 8% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 108 (8% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 5 (95% below avg)

08316 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
78 -22% Low
Assault
108 +8% Moderate
Robbery
68 -32% Low
Rape
92 -8% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
67 -33% Low
Larceny / Theft
5 -95% Low
Vehicle Theft
5 -95% Low

08316 Crime Map

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08316 Demographics & Context

Population
83
Median Income
$82,840
Home Value
$129,458
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
50/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.5%
Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.2%
Black 4.9%
Hispanic 4.2%
Asian 0.2%
08316 Crime Map
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Dorchester Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08316, Dorchester?

Zip code 08316 in Dorchester, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 08316 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dorchester.

Is Zip code 08316 a safe neighborhood in Dorchester?

Zip code 08316 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dorchester, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 108), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dorchester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08316?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08316 is Assault, with a crime index of 108 (8% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 08316?

Zip code 08316 has a population of approximately 83. The median household income is $82,840. The median home value is $129,458. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08316 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08316's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Dorchester, 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.