07020 Zip Code, Edgewater

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Edgewater

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 162 / 300 High

Violent Crime 115

15% above national avg

Property Crime 138

38% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 07020 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 07020 in Edgewater, NJ has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Edgewater.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 58). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 154 (54% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 58 (42% below avg)

07020 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Edgewater	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	154	+54%	N/A	High
Robbery	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Rape	58	-42%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate

07020 Crime Map

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07020 Demographics & Context

Population

8,108

Median Income

$136,049

Home Value

$650,988

Median Age

Pop. Density

8,786/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 43.7%

Graduate Degree 30.6%

Housing

34%

66%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 45.1%

Black 6.1%

Hispanic 15.6%

Asian 40%

07020 Crime Map

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Edgewater Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07020, Edgewater?

Zip code 07020 in Edgewater, NJ has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average. Zip code 07020 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Edgewater.

Is Zip code 07020 a safe neighborhood in Edgewater?

Zip code 07020 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Edgewater, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Assault (index: 154), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Edgewater.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07020?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07020 is Assault, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07020?

Zip code 07020 has a population of approximately 8,108. The median household income is $136,049. The median home value is $650,988. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07020 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07020's overall crime rate is 62% above the national average (index 162 vs 100). Within Edgewater, 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.