70049 Zip Code, Edgard

Crime Rate & Statistics

B

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Edgard

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 89
11% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 70049 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 70049 in Edgard, LA has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Edgard.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 149, 49% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 149 (49% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 46 (54% below avg)

70049 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
73 -27% Low
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
137 +37% Moderate
Rape
122 +22% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
149 +49% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
72 -28% Low
Vehicle Theft
46 -54% Low

70049 Crime Map

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70049 Demographics & Context

Population
3,072
Median Income
$53,782
Home Value
$88,531
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
68/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.8%
Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 9.8%
Black 88.7%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0%
70049 Crime Map
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Edgard Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70049, Edgard?

Zip code 70049 in Edgard, LA has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 70049 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Edgard.

Is Zip code 70049 a safe neighborhood in Edgard?

Zip code 70049 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Edgard, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 149), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 46). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Edgard.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70049?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70049 is Burglary, with a crime index of 149 (49% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70049?

Zip code 70049 has a population of approximately 3,072. The median household income is $53,782. The median home value is $88,531. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70049 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70049's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Edgard, 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.