16748 Zip Code, Shinglehouse

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Shinglehouse

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 110 / 300 High

Violent Crime 119

19% above national avg

Property Crime 98

2% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 16748 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 16748 in Shinglehouse, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Shinglehouse.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 69). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 145 (45% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 69 (31% below avg)

16748 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Shinglehouse	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	117	+17%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	69	-31%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	81	-19%	N/A	Average

16748 Crime Map

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16748 Demographics & Context

Population

2,821

Median Income

$52,415

Home Value

$77,180

Median Age

Pop. Density

28/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.2%

Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

80%

20%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.5%

Black 0.1%

Hispanic 1.4%

Asian 0.3%

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Shinglehouse Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 16748, Shinglehouse?

Zip code 16748 in Shinglehouse, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 110, which is 10% above the national average. Zip code 16748 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Shinglehouse.

Is Zip code 16748 a safe neighborhood in Shinglehouse?

Zip code 16748 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Shinglehouse, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Shinglehouse.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 16748?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 16748 is Burglary, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 16748?

Zip code 16748 has a population of approximately 2,821. The median household income is $52,415. The median home value is $77,180. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 16748 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 16748's overall crime rate is 10% above the national average (index 110 vs 100). Within Shinglehouse, 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.