08536 Zip Code, Plainsboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Plainsboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 84 / 300 High

Violent Crime 60

40% below national avg

Property Crime 91

9% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 08536 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 08536 in Plainsboro, NJ has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 84, which is 16% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Plainsboro.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 102, 2% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 9). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Murder · Index 102 (2% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 9 (91% below avg)

08536 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Plainsboro	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	63	-37%	N/A	Low
Robbery	64	-36%	N/A	Low
Rape	9	-91%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	90	-10%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	92	-8%	N/A	Average

08536 Crime Map

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08536 Demographics & Context

Population

18,727

Median Income

$133,217

Home Value

$525,379

Median Age

Pop. Density

2,397/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34.9%

Graduate Degree 40.8%

Housing

40%

60%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 28%

Black 9.7%

Hispanic 8.3%

Asian 56.6%

08536 Crime Map

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Plainsboro Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08536, Plainsboro?

Zip code 08536 in Plainsboro, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 84, which is 16% below the national average. Zip code 08536 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Plainsboro.

Is Zip code 08536 a safe neighborhood in Plainsboro?

Zip code 08536 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Plainsboro, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 102), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 9). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Plainsboro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08536?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08536 is Murder, 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 08536?

Zip code 08536 has a population of approximately 18,727. The median household income is $133,217. The median home value is $525,379. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08536 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08536's overall crime rate is 16% below the national average (index 84 vs 100). Within Plainsboro, 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.