08882 Zip Code, South River

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South River

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 50
50% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 08882 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 08882 in South River, NJ has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South River.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 118, 18% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 40). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 118 (18% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 40 (60% below avg)

08882 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
88 -12% Average
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
87 -13% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
40 -60% Low
Larceny / Theft
52 -48% Low
Vehicle Theft
58 -42% Low

08882 Crime Map

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08882 Demographics & Context

Population
16,269
Median Income
$96,746
Home Value
$411,307
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
5,419/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.3%
Graduate Degree 8.2%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.2%
Black 9.2%
Hispanic 21.7%
Asian 7%
08882 Crime Map
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South River Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08882, South River?

Zip code 08882 in South River, NJ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 08882 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South River.

Is Zip code 08882 a safe neighborhood in South River?

Zip code 08882 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South River, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 118), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 40). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South River.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08882?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08882 is Robbery, with a crime index of 118 (18% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 08882?

Zip code 08882 has a population of approximately 16,269. The median household income is $96,746. The median home value is $411,307. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08882 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08882's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within South River, 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.