70640 Zip Code, Fenton

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fenton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 174 / 300 High

Violent Crime 177

77% above national avg

Property Crime 151

51% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 70640 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 70640 in Fenton, LA has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 174, which is 74% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fenton.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 191, 91% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 141). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 191 (91% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 141 (41% above avg)

70640 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Fenton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	179	+79%	N/A	High
Assault	156	+56%	N/A	High
Robbery	191	+91%	N/A	High
Rape	183	+83%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	164	+64%	N/A	High

70640 Crime Map

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70640 Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$54,605

Home Value

$87,742

Median Age

Pop. Density

13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.2%

Graduate Degree 0.8%

Housing

74%

26%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 57.9%

Black 37.4%

Hispanic 3.6%

Asian 0%

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Fenton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70640, Fenton?

Zip code 70640 in Fenton, LA has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 174, which is 74% above the national average. Zip code 70640 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fenton.

Is Zip code 70640 a safe neighborhood in Fenton?

Zip code 70640 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fenton, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 191), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 141). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fenton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70640?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70640 is Robbery, with a crime index of 191 (91% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70640?

Zip code 70640 has a population of approximately 5. The median household income is $54,605. The median home value is $87,742. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70640 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70640's overall crime rate is 74% above the national average (index 174 vs 100). Within Fenton, 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.