18460 Zip Code, South Sterling

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in South Sterling

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 109 / 300 High
Violent Crime 137
37% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 18460 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 18460 in South Sterling, PA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in South Sterling.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 175, 75% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 100).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 175 (75% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 100 (0% below avg)

18460 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
143 +43% Moderate
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
175 +75% High
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
117 +17% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
133 +33% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
117 +17% Moderate

18460 Crime Map

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18460 Demographics & Context

Population
116
Median Income
$63,132
Home Value
$221,217
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
90/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.3%
Graduate Degree 9.7%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.5%
Black 3.8%
Hispanic 6.3%
Asian 0.9%
18460 Crime Map
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South Sterling Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 18460, South Sterling?

Zip code 18460 in South Sterling, PA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 109, which is 9% above the national average. Zip code 18460 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in South Sterling.

Is Zip code 18460 a safe neighborhood in South Sterling?

Zip code 18460 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in South Sterling, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 175), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 100). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in South Sterling.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 18460?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 18460 is Robbery, with a crime index of 175 (75% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 18460?

Zip code 18460 has a population of approximately 116. The median household income is $63,132. The median home value is $221,217. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 18460 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 18460's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within South Sterling, 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.