07747 Zip Code, Matawan

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Matawan

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 52 / 300 High
Violent Crime 69
31% below national avg
Property Crime 74
26% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 07747 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07747 in Matawan, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 52, which is 48% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Matawan.

Compared to the Matawan average (crime index 29), zip code 07747 is 23% higher in overall crime.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 88, 12% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 50).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 88 (12% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 50 (50% below avg)

07747 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
72 -28% Low
Assault
56 -44% Low
Robbery
83 -17% Average
Rape
66 -34% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
50 -50% Low
Larceny / Theft
84 -16% Average
Vehicle Theft
88 -12% Average

How 07747 Compares

Crime index by category: 07747 vs Matawan average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

07747 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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07747 Demographics & Context

Population
31,220
Median Income
$123,710
Home Value
$483,905
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
2,402/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 28.4%
Graduate Degree 16.4%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.8%
Black 6.9%
Hispanic 11.2%
Asian 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07747, Matawan?

Zip code 07747 in Matawan, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 52, which is 48% below the national average. Compared to the Matawan average, crime in Zip code 07747 is 23% higher. Zip code 07747 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Matawan.

Is Zip code 07747 a safe neighborhood in Matawan?

Zip code 07747 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Matawan, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 88), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 50). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Matawan.

How does Zip code 07747 compare to the rest of Matawan?

Zip code 07747's overall crime index is 52, compared to the Matawan average of 29. This means crime in Zip code 07747 is 23% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 69, and for property crime it is 74. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07747?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07747 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 88 (12% 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 07747?

Zip code 07747 has a population of approximately 31,220. The median household income is $123,710. The median home value is $483,905. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07747 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07747's overall crime rate is 48% below the national average (index 52 vs 100). Within Matawan, 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.