18438 Zip Code, Lakeville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lakeville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 142 / 300 High
Violent Crime 86
14% below national avg
Property Crime 58
42% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 18438 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 18438 in Lakeville, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lakeville.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 5 (95% below avg)

18438 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
54 -46% Low
Assault
154 +54% High
Robbery
49 -51% Low
Rape
85 -15% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
137 +37% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
31 -69% Low
Vehicle Theft
5 -95% Low

18438 Crime Map

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18438 Demographics & Context

Population
1,256
Median Income
$70,342
Home Value
$411,082
Median Age
55
Pop. Density
118/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13%
Graduate Degree 11.8%

Housing

89%
11%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.2%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 4.4%
Asian 0.8%
18438 Crime Map
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Lakeville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 18438, Lakeville?

Zip code 18438 in Lakeville, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average. Zip code 18438 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lakeville.

Is Zip code 18438 a safe neighborhood in Lakeville?

Zip code 18438 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lakeville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 154), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 5). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lakeville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 18438?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 18438 is Assault, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 18438?

Zip code 18438 has a population of approximately 1,256. The median household income is $70,342. The median home value is $411,082. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 18438 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 18438's overall crime rate is 42% above the national average (index 142 vs 100). Within Lakeville, 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.