07838 Zip Code, Great Meadows

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Great Meadows

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 63 / 300 High
Violent Crime 75
25% below national avg
Property Crime 47
53% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07838 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 07838 in Great Meadows, NJ has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 63, which is 37% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Great Meadows.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 109, 9% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 15). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 109 (9% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 15 (85% below avg)

07838 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
72 -28% Low
Assault
38 -62% Low
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
82 -18% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
15 -85% Low
Vehicle Theft
26 -74% Low

07838 Crime Map

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07838 Demographics & Context

Population
4,056
Median Income
$125,927
Home Value
$389,776
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
154/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.2%
Graduate Degree 11.2%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.9%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 6.3%
Asian 2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07838, Great Meadows?

Zip code 07838 in Great Meadows, NJ has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 63, which is 37% below the national average. Zip code 07838 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Great Meadows.

Is Zip code 07838 a safe neighborhood in Great Meadows?

Zip code 07838 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Great Meadows, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 109), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 15). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Great Meadows.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07838?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07838 is Robbery, with a crime index of 109 (9% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07838?

Zip code 07838 has a population of approximately 4,056. The median household income is $125,927. The median home value is $389,776. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07838 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07838's overall crime rate is 37% below the national average (index 63 vs 100). Within Great Meadows, 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.