08884 Zip Code, Spotswood

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Spotswood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 124 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 99
1% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 08884 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08884 in Spotswood, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Spotswood.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 93).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 93 (7% below avg)

08884 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
111 +11% Moderate
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
93 -7% Average
Rape
134 +34% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
99 -1% Average
Larceny / Theft
97 -3% Average
Vehicle Theft
102 +2% Moderate

08884 Crime Map

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08884 Demographics & Context

Population
8,563
Median Income
$100,045
Home Value
$388,006
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
3,399/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.4%
Graduate Degree 11.1%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.1%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 10.4%
Asian 8%
08884 Crime Map
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Spotswood Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08884, Spotswood?

Zip code 08884 in Spotswood, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 124, which is 24% above the national average. Zip code 08884 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Spotswood.

Is Zip code 08884 a safe neighborhood in Spotswood?

Zip code 08884 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Spotswood, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 134), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 93). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Spotswood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08884?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08884 is Rape, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 08884?

Zip code 08884 has a population of approximately 8,563. The median household income is $100,045. The median home value is $388,006. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08884 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08884's overall crime rate is 24% above the national average (index 124 vs 100). Within Spotswood, 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.