12959 Zip Code, Mooers Forks

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mooers Forks

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 150 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 41
59% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12959 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 12959 in Mooers Forks, NY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mooers Forks.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 6 (94% below avg)

12959 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
90 -10% Average
Robbery
81 -19% Average
Rape
88 -12% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
81 -19% Average
Larceny / Theft
36 -64% Low
Vehicle Theft
6 -94% Low

12959 Crime Map

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12959 Demographics & Context

Population
1,206
Median Income
$56,988
Home Value
$133,170
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
31/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.1%
Graduate Degree 2.5%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.7%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 0.7%
Asian 0.4%
12959 Crime Map
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Mooers Forks Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12959, Mooers Forks?

Zip code 12959 in Mooers Forks, NY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 150, which is 50% above the national average. Zip code 12959 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mooers Forks.

Is Zip code 12959 a safe neighborhood in Mooers Forks?

Zip code 12959 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mooers Forks, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 127), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mooers Forks.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12959?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12959 is Murder, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 12959?

Zip code 12959 has a population of approximately 1,206. The median household income is $56,988. The median home value is $133,170. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12959 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12959's overall crime rate is 50% above the national average (index 150 vs 100). Within Mooers Forks, 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.