07040 Zip Code, Maplewood

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Maplewood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 27 / 300 High
Violent Crime 40
60% below national avg
Property Crime 50
50% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07040 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07040 in Maplewood, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 27, which is 73% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Maplewood.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 69, 31% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 23).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 69 (31% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 23 (77% below avg)

07040 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
32 -68% Low
Assault
43 -57% Low
Robbery
50 -50% Low
Rape
34 -66% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
23 -77% Low
Larceny / Theft
59 -41% Low
Vehicle Theft
69 -31% Low

07040 Crime Map

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07040 Demographics & Context

Population
24,003
Median Income
$159,602
Home Value
$770,606
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
7,370/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34.2%
Graduate Degree 28.2%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 51%
Black 37.1%
Hispanic 8.4%
Asian 4%
07040 Crime Map
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Maplewood Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07040, Maplewood?

Zip code 07040 in Maplewood, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 27, which is 73% below the national average. Zip code 07040 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Maplewood.

Is Zip code 07040 a safe neighborhood in Maplewood?

Zip code 07040 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Maplewood, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 69), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 23). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Maplewood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07040?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07040 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 69 (31% 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 07040?

Zip code 07040 has a population of approximately 24,003. The median household income is $159,602. The median home value is $770,606. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07040 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07040's overall crime rate is 73% below the national average (index 27 vs 100). Within Maplewood, 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.