19946 Zip Code, Frederica

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Frederica

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 110 / 300 High
Violent Crime 86
14% below national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 19946 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 19946 in Frederica, DE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Frederica.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 22). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 22 (78% below avg)

19946 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
85 -15% Average
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
22 -78% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
167 +67% High
Larceny / Theft
96 -4% Average
Vehicle Theft
66 -34% Low

19946 Crime Map

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19946 Demographics & Context

Population
4,708
Median Income
$91,196
Home Value
$292,840
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
221/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.5%
Graduate Degree 8.2%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.3%
Black 21.3%
Hispanic 8.8%
Asian 1.4%
19946 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 19946, Frederica?

Zip code 19946 in Frederica, DE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 19946 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Frederica.

Is Zip code 19946 a safe neighborhood in Frederica?

Zip code 19946 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Frederica, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 167), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 22). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Frederica.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 19946?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 19946 is Burglary, with a crime index of 167 (67% 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 19946?

Zip code 19946 has a population of approximately 4,708. The median household income is $91,196. The median home value is $292,840. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 19946 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 19946's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Frederica, 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.