17070 Zip Code, New Cumberland

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in New Cumberland

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 90 / 300 High
Violent Crime 85
15% below national avg
Property Crime 96
4% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17070 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17070 in New Cumberland, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in New Cumberland.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 100, 0% below average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 65).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 100 (0% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 65 (35% below avg)

17070 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
96 -4% Average
Assault
94 -6% Average
Robbery
65 -35% Low
Rape
85 -15% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
90 -10% Average
Larceny / Theft
100 0% Average
Vehicle Theft
99 -1% Average

17070 Crime Map

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17070 Demographics & Context

Population
18,573
Median Income
$89,222
Home Value
$246,747
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
1,140/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.8%
Graduate Degree 12.8%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.9%
Black 7.3%
Hispanic 6.5%
Asian 2.6%
17070 Crime Map
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New Cumberland Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17070, New Cumberland?

Zip code 17070 in New Cumberland, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average. Zip code 17070 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in New Cumberland.

Is Zip code 17070 a safe neighborhood in New Cumberland?

Zip code 17070 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in New Cumberland, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 100), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 65). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in New Cumberland.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17070?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17070 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 100. 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 17070?

Zip code 17070 has a population of approximately 18,573. The median household income is $89,222. The median home value is $246,747. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17070 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17070's overall crime rate is 10% below the national average (index 90 vs 100). Within New Cumberland, 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.