12480 Zip Code, Shandaken

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shandaken

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 179 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 83
17% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12480 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12480 in Shandaken, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 179, which is 79% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shandaken.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 170, 70% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 40). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 170 (70% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 40 (60% below avg)

12480 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
170 +70% High
Robbery
84 -16% Average
Rape
97 -3% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
163 +63% High
Larceny / Theft
47 -53% Low
Vehicle Theft
40 -60% Low

12480 Crime Map

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12480 Demographics & Context

Population
787
Median Income
$64,201
Home Value
$319,187
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
23/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15%
Graduate Degree 8.9%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.8%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 6.2%
Asian 1.4%
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Shandaken Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12480, Shandaken?

Zip code 12480 in Shandaken, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 179, which is 79% above the national average. Zip code 12480 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shandaken.

Is Zip code 12480 a safe neighborhood in Shandaken?

Zip code 12480 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shandaken, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 170), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 40). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shandaken.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12480?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12480 is Assault, with a crime index of 170 (70% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 12480?

Zip code 12480 has a population of approximately 787. The median household income is $64,201. The median home value is $319,187. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12480 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12480's overall crime rate is 79% above the national average (index 179 vs 100). Within Shandaken, 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.