08846 Zip Code, Middlesex

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Middlesex

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 51 / 300 High
Violent Crime 79
21% below national avg
Property Crime 53
47% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Middlesex zip codes

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Is 08846 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08846 in Middlesex, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 51, which is 49% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Middlesex.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 48 (52% below avg)

08846 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
62 -38% Low
Assault
59 -41% Low
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
79 -21% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
63 -37% Low
Larceny / Theft
49 -51% Low
Vehicle Theft
48 -52% Low

08846 Crime Map

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08846 Demographics & Context

Population
14,188
Median Income
$111,096
Home Value
$402,689
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
4,023/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.2%
Graduate Degree 11%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.6%
Black 7%
Hispanic 19.9%
Asian 9.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08846, Middlesex?

Zip code 08846 in Middlesex, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 51, which is 49% below the national average. Zip code 08846 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Middlesex.

Is Zip code 08846 a safe neighborhood in Middlesex?

Zip code 08846 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Middlesex, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 115), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Middlesex.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08846?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08846 is Robbery, with a crime index of 115 (15% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 08846?

Zip code 08846 has a population of approximately 14,188. The median household income is $111,096. The median home value is $402,689. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08846 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08846's overall crime rate is 49% below the national average (index 51 vs 100). Within Middlesex, 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.