15956 Zip Code, South Fork

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Fork

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 62 / 300 High
Violent Crime 93
7% below national avg
Property Crime 39
61% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 15956 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 15956 in South Fork, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 62, which is 38% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Fork.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 117, 17% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 117 (17% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 9 (91% below avg)

15956 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
79 -21% Low
Assault
73 -27% Low
Robbery
104 +4% Moderate
Rape
117 +17% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
82 -18% Average
Larceny / Theft
9 -91% Low
Vehicle Theft
25 -75% Low

15956 Crime Map

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15956 Demographics & Context

Population
2,424
Median Income
$65,419
Home Value
$91,595
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
290/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.2%
Graduate Degree 3.8%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.2%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.2%
15956 Crime Map
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South Fork Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 15956, South Fork?

Zip code 15956 in South Fork, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 62, which is 38% below the national average. Zip code 15956 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Fork.

Is Zip code 15956 a safe neighborhood in South Fork?

Zip code 15956 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Fork, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 117), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 9). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Fork.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 15956?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 15956 is Rape, with a crime index of 117 (17% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 15956?

Zip code 15956 has a population of approximately 2,424. The median household income is $65,419. The median home value is $91,595. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 15956 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 15956's overall crime rate is 38% below the national average (index 62 vs 100). Within South Fork, 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.