07076 Zip Code, Scotch Plains

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Scotch Plains

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 20 / 300 High
Violent Crime 44
56% below national avg
Property Crime 31
69% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07076 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07076 in Scotch Plains, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 20, which is 80% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Scotch Plains.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 57, 43% below average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 25).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 57 (43% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 25 (75% below avg)

07076 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
32 -68% Low
Assault
40 -60% Low
Robbery
57 -43% Low
Rape
46 -54% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
39 -61% Low
Larceny / Theft
25 -75% Low
Vehicle Theft
29 -71% Low

07076 Crime Map

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07076 Demographics & Context

Population
24,991
Median Income
$150,507
Home Value
$670,923
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
2,705/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 31.3%
Graduate Degree 23.9%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 71.6%
Black 12.2%
Hispanic 8.5%
Asian 10.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07076, Scotch Plains?

Zip code 07076 in Scotch Plains, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 20, which is 80% below the national average. Zip code 07076 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Scotch Plains.

Is Zip code 07076 a safe neighborhood in Scotch Plains?

Zip code 07076 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Scotch Plains, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 57), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 25). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Scotch Plains.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07076?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07076 is Robbery, with a crime index of 57 (43% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07076?

Zip code 07076 has a population of approximately 24,991. The median household income is $150,507. The median home value is $670,923. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07076 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07076's overall crime rate is 80% below the national average (index 20 vs 100). Within Scotch Plains, 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.