12842 Zip Code, Indian Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Indian Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 126 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 71
29% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12842 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 12842 in Indian Lake, NY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Indian Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 44 (56% below avg)

12842 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
142 +42% Moderate
Robbery
51 -49% Low
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
80 -20% Low
Larceny / Theft
44 -56% Low
Vehicle Theft
89 -11% Average

12842 Crime Map

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12842 Demographics & Context

Population
1,417
Median Income
$67,219
Home Value
$280,233
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
4/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.9%
Graduate Degree 12.1%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.3%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.5%
12842 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12842, Indian Lake?

Zip code 12842 in Indian Lake, NY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 12842 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Indian Lake.

Is Zip code 12842 a safe neighborhood in Indian Lake?

Zip code 12842 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Indian Lake, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 142), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Indian Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12842?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12842 is Assault, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 12842?

Zip code 12842 has a population of approximately 1,417. The median household income is $67,219. The median home value is $280,233. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12842 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12842's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Indian Lake, 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.