07860 Zip Code, Newton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Newton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 105 / 300 High
Violent Crime 98
2% below national avg
Property Crime 76
24% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07860 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07860 in Newton, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Newton.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 67). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 67 (33% below avg)

07860 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
92 -8% Average
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
90 -10% Average
Rape
96 -4% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
86 -14% Average
Larceny / Theft
67 -33% Low
Vehicle Theft
75 -25% Low

07860 Crime Map

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07860 Demographics & Context

Population
25,036
Median Income
$103,205
Home Value
$355,270
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
238/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21%
Graduate Degree 11.9%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 8.2%
Asian 2.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07860, Newton?

Zip code 07860 in Newton, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 105, which is 5% above the national average. Zip code 07860 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Newton.

Is Zip code 07860 a safe neighborhood in Newton?

Zip code 07860 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Newton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 115), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 67). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Newton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07860?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07860 is Assault, 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 07860?

Zip code 07860 has a population of approximately 25,036. The median household income is $103,205. The median home value is $355,270. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07860 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07860's overall crime rate is 5% above the national average (index 105 vs 100). Within Newton, 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.