17241 Zip Code, Newville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Newville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 103 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 63
37% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Newville zip codes

Check a specific address

in Newville

Is 17241 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 17241 in Newville, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Newville.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 27 (73% below avg)

17241 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
69 -31% Low
Robbery
134 +34% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
27 -73% Low
Vehicle Theft
42 -58% Low

17241 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

17241 Demographics & Context

Population
12,735
Median Income
$73,345
Home Value
$277,286
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
104/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.8%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 0.5%
17241 Crime Map
Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code
Newville Crime Statistics
View all Newville neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17241, Newville?

Zip code 17241 in Newville, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 103, which is 3% above the national average. Zip code 17241 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Newville.

Is Zip code 17241 a safe neighborhood in Newville?

Zip code 17241 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Newville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 134), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Newville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17241?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17241 is Robbery, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17241?

Zip code 17241 has a population of approximately 12,735. The median household income is $73,345. The median home value is $277,286. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17241 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17241's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average (index 103 vs 100). Within Newville, 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.