12159 Zip Code, Slingerlands

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Slingerlands

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 51 / 300 High
Violent Crime 73
27% below national avg
Property Crime 66
34% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12159 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12159 in Slingerlands, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 51, which is 49% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Slingerlands.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 89, 11% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 48).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 89 (11% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 48 (52% below avg)

12159 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
53 -47% Low
Assault
73 -27% Low
Robbery
89 -11% Average
Rape
75 -25% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
48 -52% Low
Larceny / Theft
75 -25% Low
Vehicle Theft
74 -26% Low

12159 Crime Map

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12159 Demographics & Context

Population
7,690
Median Income
$126,679
Home Value
$436,756
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
547/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 27.6%
Graduate Degree 35.5%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.7%
Black 2.7%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 9.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12159, Slingerlands?

Zip code 12159 in Slingerlands, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 51, which is 49% below the national average. Zip code 12159 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Slingerlands.

Is Zip code 12159 a safe neighborhood in Slingerlands?

Zip code 12159 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Slingerlands, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 89), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Slingerlands.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12159?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12159 is Robbery, with a crime index of 89 (11% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 12159?

Zip code 12159 has a population of approximately 7,690. The median household income is $126,679. The median home value is $436,756. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12159 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12159's overall crime rate is 49% below the national average (index 51 vs 100). Within Slingerlands, 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.