16870 Zip Code, Port Matilda

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Port Matilda

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 59 / 300 High
Violent Crime 70
30% below national avg
Property Crime 39
61% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 16870 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 16870 in Port Matilda, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 59, which is 41% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Port Matilda.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 82, 18% below average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 82 (18% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

16870 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
62 -38% Low
Assault
53 -47% Low
Robbery
81 -19% Average
Rape
82 -18% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
55 -45% Low
Larceny / Theft
21 -79% Low
Vehicle Theft
41 -59% Low

16870 Crime Map

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16870 Demographics & Context

Population
6,496
Median Income
$107,715
Home Value
$472,119
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
90/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 25.3%
Graduate Degree 24.6%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.7%
Black 1%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 3.8%
16870 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 16870, Port Matilda?

Zip code 16870 in Port Matilda, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 59, which is 41% below the national average. Zip code 16870 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Port Matilda.

Is Zip code 16870 a safe neighborhood in Port Matilda?

Zip code 16870 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Port Matilda, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 82), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Port Matilda.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 16870?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 16870 is Rape, with a crime index of 82 (18% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 16870?

Zip code 16870 has a population of approximately 6,496. The median household income is $107,715. The median home value is $472,119. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 16870 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 16870's overall crime rate is 41% below the national average (index 59 vs 100). Within Port Matilda, 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.