06779 Zip Code, Oakville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Oakville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 40 / 300 High
Violent Crime 53
47% below national avg
Property Crime 80
20% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 06779 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 06779 in Oakville, CT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 40, which is 60% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Oakville.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 99, 1% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 4). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 99 (1% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 4 (96% below avg)

06779 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
59 -41% Low
Assault
4 -96% Low
Robbery
63 -37% Low
Rape
85 -15% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
56 -44% Low
Larceny / Theft
99 -1% Average
Vehicle Theft
84 -16% Average

06779 Crime Map

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06779 Demographics & Context

Population
6,458
Median Income
$91,293
Home Value
$254,364
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
2,246/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.5%
Graduate Degree 9.3%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.5%
Black 2.6%
Hispanic 6.2%
Asian 2.3%
06779 Crime Map
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Oakville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 06779, Oakville?

Zip code 06779 in Oakville, CT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 40, which is 60% below the national average. Zip code 06779 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Oakville.

Is Zip code 06779 a safe neighborhood in Oakville?

Zip code 06779 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Oakville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 99), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 4). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Oakville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 06779?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 06779 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 99 (1% below 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 06779?

Zip code 06779 has a population of approximately 6,458. The median household income is $91,293. The median home value is $254,364. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 06779 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 06779's overall crime rate is 60% below the national average (index 40 vs 100). Within Oakville, 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.