15540 Zip Code, Fort Hill

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Hill

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 99
1% below national avg
Property Crime 74
26% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 15540 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 15540 in Fort Hill, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Hill.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 9 (91% below avg)

15540 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
132 +32% Moderate
Robbery
85 -15% Average
Rape
78 -22% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
9 -91% Low
Vehicle Theft
69 -31% Low

15540 Crime Map

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15540 Demographics & Context

Population
967
Median Income
$60,310
Home Value
$193,333
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
22/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.9%
Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.5%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.1%
15540 Crime Map
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Fort Hill Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 15540, Fort Hill?

Zip code 15540 in Fort Hill, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 15540 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fort Hill.

Is Zip code 15540 a safe neighborhood in Fort Hill?

Zip code 15540 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fort Hill, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 144), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fort Hill.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 15540?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 15540 is Burglary, with a crime index of 144 (44% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 15540?

Zip code 15540 has a population of approximately 967. The median household income is $60,310. The median home value is $193,333. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 15540 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 15540's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Fort Hill, 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.