07205 Zip Code, Hillside

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hillside

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 81 / 300 High
Violent Crime 84
16% below national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07205 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 07205 in Hillside, NJ has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hillside.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 113, 13% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 47).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 113 (13% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 47 (53% below avg)

07205 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
67 -33% Low
Assault
47 -53% Low
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
109 +9% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
86 -14% Average
Larceny / Theft
103 +3% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

07205 Crime Map

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07205 Demographics & Context

Population
21,764
Median Income
$82,540
Home Value
$401,189
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
7,987/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.6%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 29.9%
Black 54.2%
Hispanic 22.2%
Asian 3.5%
07205 Crime Map
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Hillside Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07205, Hillside?

Zip code 07205 in Hillside, NJ has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average. Zip code 07205 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hillside.

Is Zip code 07205 a safe neighborhood in Hillside?

Zip code 07205 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hillside, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 113), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hillside.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07205?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07205 is Robbery, with a crime index of 113 (13% 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 07205?

Zip code 07205 has a population of approximately 21,764. The median household income is $82,540. The median home value is $401,189. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07205 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07205's overall crime rate is 19% below the national average (index 81 vs 100). Within Hillside, 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.