08880 Zip Code, South Bound Brook

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Bound Brook

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 135 / 300 High
Violent Crime 91
9% below national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 08880 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 08880 in South Bound Brook, NJ has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Bound Brook.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 56).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 130 (30% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 56 (44% below avg)

08880 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
130 +30% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
56 -44% Low
Rape
67 -33% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
117 +17% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
97 -3% Average

08880 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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08880 Demographics & Context

Population
4,381
Median Income
$90,500
Home Value
$334,371
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
6,011/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.9%
Graduate Degree 12.5%

Housing

56%
44%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55%
Black 12.2%
Hispanic 31.6%
Asian 7.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08880, South Bound Brook?

Zip code 08880 in South Bound Brook, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 08880 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Bound Brook.

Is Zip code 08880 a safe neighborhood in South Bound Brook?

Zip code 08880 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Bound Brook, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Murder (index: 130), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 56). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Bound Brook.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08880?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08880 is Murder, with a crime index of 130 (30% 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 08880?

Zip code 08880 has a population of approximately 4,381. The median household income is $90,500. The median home value is $334,371. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08880 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08880's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within South Bound Brook, 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.