12538 Zip Code, Hyde Park

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hyde Park

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 71 / 300 High
Violent Crime 72
28% below national avg
Property Crime 76
24% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 12538 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12538 in Hyde Park, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hyde Park.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 87, 13% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 55).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 87 (13% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 55 (45% below avg)

12538 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
87 -13% Average
Assault
55 -45% Low
Robbery
71 -29% Low
Rape
74 -26% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
82 -18% Average
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
67 -33% Low

12538 Crime Map

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12538 Demographics & Context

Population
15,465
Median Income
$94,954
Home Value
$357,958
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
522/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.5%
Graduate Degree 16.3%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.9%
Black 7.7%
Hispanic 7.1%
Asian 3.3%
12538 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12538, Hyde Park?

Zip code 12538 in Hyde Park, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 71, which is 29% below the national average. Zip code 12538 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hyde Park.

Is Zip code 12538 a safe neighborhood in Hyde Park?

Zip code 12538 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hyde Park, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 87), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 55). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hyde Park.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12538?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12538 is Murder, with a crime index of 87 (13% 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 12538?

Zip code 12538 has a population of approximately 15,465. The median household income is $94,954. The median home value is $357,958. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12538 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12538's overall crime rate is 29% below the national average (index 71 vs 100). Within Hyde Park, 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.