08520 Zip Code, Hightstown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hightstown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 67 / 300 High
Violent Crime 59
41% below national avg
Property Crime 65
35% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 08520 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08520 in Hightstown, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 67, which is 33% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hightstown.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 81, 19% below average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 36).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 81 (19% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 36 (64% below avg)

08520 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
81 -19% Average
Assault
65 -35% Low
Robbery
53 -47% Low
Rape
36 -64% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
61 -39% Low
Larceny / Theft
59 -41% Low
Vehicle Theft
74 -26% Low

08520 Crime Map

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08520 Demographics & Context

Population
30,069
Median Income
$119,961
Home Value
$374,706
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
1,626/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.5%
Graduate Degree 21.1%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 57.6%
Black 9%
Hispanic 24.7%
Asian 20%
08520 Crime Map
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Hightstown Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08520, Hightstown?

Zip code 08520 in Hightstown, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 67, which is 33% below the national average. Zip code 08520 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hightstown.

Is Zip code 08520 a safe neighborhood in Hightstown?

Zip code 08520 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hightstown, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 81), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 36). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hightstown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08520?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08520 is Murder, with a crime index of 81 (19% 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 08520?

Zip code 08520 has a population of approximately 30,069. The median household income is $119,961. The median home value is $374,706. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08520 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08520's overall crime rate is 33% below the national average (index 67 vs 100). Within Hightstown, 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.