17021 Zip Code, East Waterford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in East Waterford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 175 / 300 High
Violent Crime 135
35% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17021 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 17021 in East Waterford, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in East Waterford.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 183, 83% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 59). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 183 (83% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 59 (41% below avg)

17021 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
169 +69% High
Robbery
147 +47% Moderate
Rape
97 -3% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
183 +83% High
Larceny / Theft
59 -41% Low
Vehicle Theft
96 -4% Average

17021 Crime Map

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17021 Demographics & Context

Population
860
Median Income
$50,015
Home Value
$253,971
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 2.2%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.7%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.1%
17021 Crime Map
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East Waterford Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17021, East Waterford?

Zip code 17021 in East Waterford, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 175, which is 75% above the national average. Zip code 17021 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in East Waterford.

Is Zip code 17021 a safe neighborhood in East Waterford?

Zip code 17021 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in East Waterford, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 183), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 59). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in East Waterford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17021?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17021 is Burglary, with a crime index of 183 (83% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17021?

Zip code 17021 has a population of approximately 860. The median household income is $50,015. The median home value is $253,971. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17021 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17021's overall crime rate is 75% above the national average (index 175 vs 100). Within East Waterford, 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.