07936 Zip Code, East Hanover

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in East Hanover

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 12 / 300 High
Violent Crime 36
64% below national avg
Property Crime 27
73% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07936 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 07936 in East Hanover, NJ has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 12, which is 88% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in East Hanover.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 64, 36% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 1).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 64 (36% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 1 (99% below avg)

07936 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
12 -88% Low
Assault
30 -70% Low
Robbery
64 -36% Low
Rape
39 -61% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
1 -99% Low
Larceny / Theft
37 -63% Low
Vehicle Theft
42 -58% Low

07936 Crime Map

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07936 Demographics & Context

Population
10,529
Median Income
$146,938
Home Value
$655,870
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
1,404/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26%
Graduate Degree 18.3%

Housing

93%
7%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.1%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 6.8%
Asian 16.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07936, East Hanover?

Zip code 07936 in East Hanover, NJ has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 12, which is 88% below the national average. Zip code 07936 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in East Hanover.

Is Zip code 07936 a safe neighborhood in East Hanover?

Zip code 07936 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in East Hanover, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 64), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 1). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in East Hanover.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07936?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07936 is Robbery, with a crime index of 64 (36% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07936?

Zip code 07936 has a population of approximately 10,529. The median household income is $146,938. The median home value is $655,870. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07936 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07936's overall crime rate is 88% below the national average (index 12 vs 100). Within East Hanover, 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.