02842 Zip Code, Middletown

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Middletown

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 75 / 300 High
Violent Crime 79
21% below national avg
Property Crime 82
18% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 02842 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 02842 in Middletown, RI has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Middletown.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 97, 3% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 58).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 97 (3% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 58 (42% below avg)

02842 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
89 -11% Average
Assault
81 -19% Average
Robbery
63 -37% Low
Rape
81 -19% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
58 -42% Low
Larceny / Theft
97 -3% Average
Vehicle Theft
92 -8% Average

02842 Crime Map

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02842 Demographics & Context

Population
15,787
Median Income
$95,382
Home Value
$760,879
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
1,024/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.3%
Graduate Degree 14.2%

Housing

55%
45%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.4%
Black 5%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 4.6%
02842 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 02842, Middletown?

Zip code 02842 in Middletown, RI has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average. Zip code 02842 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Middletown.

Is Zip code 02842 a safe neighborhood in Middletown?

Zip code 02842 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Middletown, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 97), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Middletown.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 02842?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 02842 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 97 (3% 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 02842?

Zip code 02842 has a population of approximately 15,787. The median household income is $95,382. The median home value is $760,879. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 02842 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 02842's overall crime rate is 25% below the national average (index 75 vs 100). Within Middletown, 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.