08225 Zip Code, Northfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Northfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 51 / 300 High
Violent Crime 73
27% below national avg
Property Crime 77
23% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 08225 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08225 in Northfield, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 51, which is 49% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Northfield.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 102, 2% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 53).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 102 (2% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 53 (47% below avg)

08225 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
53 -47% Low
Assault
70 -30% Low
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
82 -18% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
73 -27% Low
Larceny / Theft
102 +2% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
56 -44% Low

08225 Crime Map

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08225 Demographics & Context

Population
8,721
Median Income
$89,975
Home Value
$284,976
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
1,024/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.8%
Graduate Degree 14.1%

Housing

88%
12%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.6%
Black 3.5%
Hispanic 9.6%
Asian 5.9%
08225 Crime Map
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Northfield Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08225, Northfield?

Zip code 08225 in Northfield, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 51, which is 49% below the national average. Zip code 08225 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Northfield.

Is Zip code 08225 a safe neighborhood in Northfield?

Zip code 08225 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Northfield, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 102), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 53). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Northfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08225?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08225 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 102 (2% 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 08225?

Zip code 08225 has a population of approximately 8,721. The median household income is $89,975. The median home value is $284,976. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08225 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08225's overall crime rate is 49% below the national average (index 51 vs 100). Within Northfield, 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.