02718 Zip Code, East Taunton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in East Taunton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 54 / 300 High
Violent Crime 80
20% below national avg
Property Crime 74
26% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 02718 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 02718 in East Taunton, MA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 54, which is 46% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in East Taunton.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 37).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 37 (63% below avg)

02718 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
37 -63% Low
Assault
38 -62% Low
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
127 +27% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
76 -24% Low
Larceny / Theft
74 -26% Low
Vehicle Theft
72 -28% Low

02718 Crime Map

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02718 Demographics & Context

Population
6,607
Median Income
$104,156
Home Value
$419,476
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
629/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.3%
Graduate Degree 11.8%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.2%
Black 5.2%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 1.9%
02718 Crime Map
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East Taunton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 02718, East Taunton?

Zip code 02718 in East Taunton, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 54, which is 46% below the national average. Zip code 02718 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in East Taunton.

Is Zip code 02718 a safe neighborhood in East Taunton?

Zip code 02718 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in East Taunton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 127), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 37). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in East Taunton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 02718?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 02718 is Rape, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 02718?

Zip code 02718 has a population of approximately 6,607. The median household income is $104,156. The median home value is $419,476. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 02718 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 02718's overall crime rate is 46% below the national average (index 54 vs 100). Within East Taunton, 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.