70454 Zip Code, Ponchatoula

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Ponchatoula

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 103 / 300 High
Violent Crime 104
4% above national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 70454 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 70454 in Ponchatoula, LA 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 Ponchatoula.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 121, 21% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 121 (21% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 97 (3% below avg)

70454 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
97 -3% Average
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
115 +15% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
105 +5% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
100 0% Average

70454 Crime Map

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70454 Demographics & Context

Population
25,076
Median Income
$65,308
Home Value
$221,544
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
149/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 77.2%
Black 18.6%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 0.7%
70454 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70454, Ponchatoula?

Zip code 70454 in Ponchatoula, LA 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 70454 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Ponchatoula.

Is Zip code 70454 a safe neighborhood in Ponchatoula?

Zip code 70454 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Ponchatoula, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 121), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Ponchatoula.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70454?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70454 is Burglary, with a crime index of 121 (21% 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 70454?

Zip code 70454 has a population of approximately 25,076. The median household income is $65,308. The median home value is $221,544. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70454 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70454's overall crime rate is 3% above the national average (index 103 vs 100). Within Ponchatoula, 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.