05742 Zip Code, East Wallingford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in East Wallingford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 89 / 300 High
Violent Crime 103
3% above national avg
Property Crime 49
51% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 05742 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 05742 in East Wallingford, VT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in East Wallingford.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 16 (84% below avg)

05742 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
60 -40% Low
Assault
91 -9% Average
Robbery
140 +40% Moderate
Rape
122 +22% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
84 -16% Average
Larceny / Theft
46 -54% Low
Vehicle Theft
16 -84% Low

05742 Crime Map

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05742 Demographics & Context

Population
696
Median Income
$69,333
Home Value
$329,301
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.4%
Graduate Degree 10%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.8%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.6%
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East Wallingford Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05742, East Wallingford?

Zip code 05742 in East Wallingford, VT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 89, which is 11% below the national average. Zip code 05742 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in East Wallingford.

Is Zip code 05742 a safe neighborhood in East Wallingford?

Zip code 05742 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in East Wallingford, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 140), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in East Wallingford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05742?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05742 is Robbery, with a crime index of 140 (40% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05742?

Zip code 05742 has a population of approximately 696. The median household income is $69,333. The median home value is $329,301. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05742 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05742's overall crime rate is 11% below the national average (index 89 vs 100). Within East Wallingford, 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.