70764 Zip Code, Plaquemine

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Plaquemine

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 126 / 300 High

Violent Crime 121

21% above national avg

Property Crime 135

35% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 70764 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 70764 in Plaquemine, LA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Plaquemine.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 109).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 141 (41% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 109 (9% above avg)

70764 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Plaquemine	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate

70764 Crime Map

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70764 Demographics & Context

Population

18,811

Median Income

$62,204

Home Value

$214,689

Median Age

Pop. Density

62/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.5%

Graduate Degree 6.1%

Housing

73%

27%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 47.3%

Black 49.8%

Hispanic 2.8%

Asian 0.4%

70764 Crime Map

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Plaquemine Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70764, Plaquemine?

Zip code 70764 in Plaquemine, LA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 126, which is 26% above the national average. Zip code 70764 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Plaquemine.

Is Zip code 70764 a safe neighborhood in Plaquemine?

Zip code 70764 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Plaquemine, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 141), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 109). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Plaquemine.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70764?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70764 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 141 (41% 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 70764?

Zip code 70764 has a population of approximately 18,811. The median household income is $62,204. The median home value is $214,689. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70764 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70764's overall crime rate is 26% above the national average (index 126 vs 100). Within Plaquemine, 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.