07856 Zip Code, Mount Arlington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Arlington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 132 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 07856 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07856 in Mount Arlington, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Arlington.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 88).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 88 (12% below avg)

07856 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
113 +13% Moderate
Assault
159 +59% High
Robbery
88 -12% Average
Rape
98 -2% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
129 +29% Moderate

07856 Crime Map

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07856 Demographics & Context

Population
4,870
Median Income
$105,309
Home Value
$409,190
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
1,145/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.8%
Graduate Degree 18.6%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.5%
Black 3%
Hispanic 10.6%
Asian 5.3%
07856 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07856, Mount Arlington?

Zip code 07856 in Mount Arlington, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 07856 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mount Arlington.

Is Zip code 07856 a safe neighborhood in Mount Arlington?

Zip code 07856 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mount Arlington, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 159), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mount Arlington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07856?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07856 is Assault, with a crime index of 159 (59% above 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 07856?

Zip code 07856 has a population of approximately 4,870. The median household income is $105,309. The median home value is $409,190. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07856 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07856's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within Mount Arlington, 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.