70740 Zip Code, Grosse Tete

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Grosse Tete

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 147 / 300 High

Violent Crime 141

41% above national avg

Property Crime 124

24% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 70740 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 70740 in Grosse Tete, LA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Grosse Tete.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 178, 78% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 70).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 178 (78% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 70 (30% below avg)

70740 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Grosse Tete	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	166	+66%	N/A	High
Robbery	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	153	+53%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	178	+78%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	70	-30%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate

70740 Crime Map

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70740 Demographics & Context

Population

1,632

Median Income

$75,760

Home Value

$162,399

Median Age

Pop. Density

9/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.9%

Graduate Degree 2.2%

Housing

85%

15%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 76.5%

Black 21%

Hispanic 1.2%

Asian 0.3%

70740 Crime Map

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Grosse Tete Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70740, Grosse Tete?

Zip code 70740 in Grosse Tete, LA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 147, which is 47% above the national average. Zip code 70740 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Grosse Tete.

Is Zip code 70740 a safe neighborhood in Grosse Tete?

Zip code 70740 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Grosse Tete, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 178), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 70). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Grosse Tete.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70740?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70740 is Burglary, with a crime index of 178 (78% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70740?

Zip code 70740 has a population of approximately 1,632. The median household income is $75,760. The median home value is $162,399. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70740 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70740's overall crime rate is 47% above the national average (index 147 vs 100). Within Grosse Tete, 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.