14845 Zip Code, Horseheads

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Horseheads

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 77 / 300 High
Violent Crime 90
10% below national avg
Property Crime 93
7% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Horseheads zip codes

Is 14845 a Safe Zip Code?

Zip code 14845 in Horseheads, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 77, which is 23% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Horseheads.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 101, 1% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 83).

Overall, zip code 14845 is considered a safe area for residents and visitors. Standard urban awareness is recommended, but the area benefits from lower-than-average crime rates across most categories.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 101 (1% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 83 (17% below avg)

14845 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
83 -17% Average
Assault
87 -13% Average
Robbery
89 -11% Average
Rape
101 +1% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
98 -2% Average
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
90 -10% Average

14845 Crime Map

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

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14845 Demographics & Context

Population
20,109
Median Income
$85,942
Home Value
$203,069
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
248/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.2%
Graduate Degree 13.5%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.1%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 4.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 14845, Horseheads?

Zip code 14845 in Horseheads, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 77, which is 23% below the national average. Zip code 14845 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Horseheads.

Is Zip code 14845 a safe neighborhood in Horseheads?

Zip code 14845 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Horseheads, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 101), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Horseheads.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 14845?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 14845 is Rape, with a crime index of 101 (1% 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 14845?

Zip code 14845 has a population of approximately 20,109. The median household income is $85,942. The median home value is $203,069. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 14845 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 14845's overall crime rate is 23% below the national average (index 77 vs 100). Within Horseheads, 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 March 2026.