19038 Zip Code, Glenside

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Glenside

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 54 / 300 High
Violent Crime 65
35% below national avg
Property Crime 77
23% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 19038 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 19038 in Glenside, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 54, which is 46% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Glenside.

Compared to the Glenside average (crime index 38), zip code 19038 is 16% higher in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 91, 9% below average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 53).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 91 (9% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 53 (47% below avg)

19038 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
74 -26% Low
Assault
65 -35% Low
Robbery
67 -33% Low
Rape
53 -47% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
60 -40% Low
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
91 -9% Average

How 19038 Compares

Crime index by category: 19038 vs Glenside average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

19038 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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19038 Demographics & Context

Population
32,379
Median Income
$106,135
Home Value
$417,945
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
4,123/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30%
Graduate Degree 25.2%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 72.4%
Black 18.4%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 4.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 19038, Glenside?

Zip code 19038 in Glenside, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 54, which is 46% below the national average. Compared to the Glenside average, crime in Zip code 19038 is 16% higher. Zip code 19038 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Glenside.

Is Zip code 19038 a safe neighborhood in Glenside?

Zip code 19038 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Glenside, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 91), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 53). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Glenside.

How does Zip code 19038 compare to the rest of Glenside?

Zip code 19038's overall crime index is 54, compared to the Glenside average of 38. This means crime in Zip code 19038 is 16% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 65, and for property crime it is 77. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 19038?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 19038 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 91 (9% below 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 19038?

Zip code 19038 has a population of approximately 32,379. The median household income is $106,135. The median home value is $417,945. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 19038 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 19038's overall crime rate is 46% below the national average (index 54 vs 100). Within Glenside, 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.