22642 Zip Code, Linden

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Linden

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 105
5% above national avg
Property Crime 100
0% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 22642 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 22642 in Linden, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Linden.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 129, 29% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 81).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 129 (29% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 81 (19% below avg)

22642 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
95 -5% Average
Robbery
129 +29% Moderate
Rape
81 -19% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
126 +26% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
91 -9% Average
Vehicle Theft
82 -18% Average

22642 Crime Map

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22642 Demographics & Context

Population
4,494
Median Income
$104,383
Home Value
$361,414
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
86/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.8%
Graduate Degree 12.3%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.8%
Black 3.6%
Hispanic 5.1%
Asian 1.5%
22642 Crime Map
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Linden Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 22642, Linden?

Zip code 22642 in Linden, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 22642 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Linden.

Is Zip code 22642 a safe neighborhood in Linden?

Zip code 22642 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Linden, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 129), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 81). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Linden.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 22642?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 22642 is Robbery, with a crime index of 129 (29% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 22642?

Zip code 22642 has a population of approximately 4,494. The median household income is $104,383. The median home value is $361,414. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 22642 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 22642's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Linden, 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.