70778 Zip Code, Sorrento

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sorrento

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 133 / 300 High
Violent Crime 125
25% above national avg
Property Crime 137
37% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 70778 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 70778 in Sorrento, LA has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sorrento.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 113).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 153 (53% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 113 (13% above avg)

70778 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
131 +31% Moderate
Assault
137 +37% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
118 +18% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
153 +53% High
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
141 +41% Moderate

70778 Crime Map

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70778 Demographics & Context

Population
3,805
Median Income
$71,732
Home Value
$217,304
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
119/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.4%
Graduate Degree 7%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 65.6%
Black 30%
Hispanic 4.5%
Asian 1%
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Sorrento Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 70778, Sorrento?

Zip code 70778 in Sorrento, LA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 133, which is 33% above the national average. Zip code 70778 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sorrento.

Is Zip code 70778 a safe neighborhood in Sorrento?

Zip code 70778 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sorrento, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 153), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 113). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sorrento.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 70778?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 70778 is Burglary, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 70778?

Zip code 70778 has a population of approximately 3,805. The median household income is $71,732. The median home value is $217,304. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 70778 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 70778's overall crime rate is 33% above the national average (index 133 vs 100). Within Sorrento, 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.