07080 Zip Code, South Plainfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Plainfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 35 / 300 High
Violent Crime 71
29% below national avg
Property Crime 49
51% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 07080 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07080 in South Plainfield, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 35, which is 65% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Plainfield.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 105, 5% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 27). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 105 (5% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 27 (73% below avg)

07080 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
34 -66% Low
Assault
42 -58% Low
Robbery
105 +5% Moderate
Rape
102 +2% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
27 -73% Low
Larceny / Theft
80 -20% Low
Vehicle Theft
40 -60% Low

07080 Crime Map

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07080 Demographics & Context

Population
24,214
Median Income
$119,045
Home Value
$449,755
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
2,902/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.3%
Graduate Degree 14.3%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 57.4%
Black 12.5%
Hispanic 16.1%
Asian 19.1%
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South Plainfield Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07080, South Plainfield?

Zip code 07080 in South Plainfield, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 35, which is 65% below the national average. Zip code 07080 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Plainfield.

Is Zip code 07080 a safe neighborhood in South Plainfield?

Zip code 07080 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Plainfield, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 105), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 27). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Plainfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07080?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07080 is Robbery, with a crime index of 105 (5% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07080?

Zip code 07080 has a population of approximately 24,214. The median household income is $119,045. The median home value is $449,755. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07080 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07080's overall crime rate is 65% below the national average (index 35 vs 100). Within South Plainfield, 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.