19975 Zip Code, Selbyville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Selbyville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 19975 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 19975 in Selbyville, DE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Selbyville.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 63).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 63 (37% below avg)

19975 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
133 +33% Moderate
Robbery
84 -16% Average
Rape
91 -9% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
118 +18% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
63 -37% Low
Vehicle Theft
90 -10% Average

19975 Crime Map

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19975 Demographics & Context

Population
8,638
Median Income
$78,666
Home Value
$490,332
Median Age
53
Pop. Density
308/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15%
Graduate Degree 7.8%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.6%
Black 7.6%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 1.4%
19975 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 19975, Selbyville?

Zip code 19975 in Selbyville, DE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 19975 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Selbyville.

Is Zip code 19975 a safe neighborhood in Selbyville?

Zip code 19975 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Selbyville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 133), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 63). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Selbyville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 19975?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 19975 is Assault, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 19975?

Zip code 19975 has a population of approximately 8,638. The median household income is $78,666. The median home value is $490,332. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 19975 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 19975's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Selbyville, 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.