07079 Zip Code, South Orange

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Orange

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 38 / 300 High
Violent Crime 76
24% below national avg
Property Crime 80
20% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07079 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07079 in South Orange, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 38, which is 62% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Orange.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 116, 16% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 48).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 116 (16% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 48 (52% below avg)

07079 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
52 -48% Low
Assault
54 -46% Low
Robbery
116 +16% Moderate
Rape
80 -20% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
48 -52% Low
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
101 +1% Moderate

07079 Crime Map

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07079 Demographics & Context

Population
16,977
Median Income
$177,098
Home Value
$832,932
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
5,509/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 34%
Graduate Degree 37.4%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 53.9%
Black 30.6%
Hispanic 7.6%
Asian 6.8%
07079 Crime Map
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South Orange Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07079, South Orange?

Zip code 07079 in South Orange, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 38, which is 62% below the national average. Zip code 07079 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Orange.

Is Zip code 07079 a safe neighborhood in South Orange?

Zip code 07079 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Orange, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 116), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Orange.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07079?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07079 is Robbery, with a crime index of 116 (16% 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 07079?

Zip code 07079 has a population of approximately 16,977. The median household income is $177,098. The median home value is $832,932. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07079 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07079's overall crime rate is 62% below the national average (index 38 vs 100). Within South Orange, 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.