17801 Zip Code, Sunbury

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sunbury

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 109 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 17801 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 17801 in Sunbury, 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 Sunbury.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 98).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 98 (2% below avg)

17801 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
118 +18% Moderate
Assault
101 +1% Moderate
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
98 -2% Average
Larceny / Theft
114 +14% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

17801 Crime Map

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17801 Demographics & Context

Population
15,505
Median Income
$53,346
Home Value
$117,510
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
217/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.4%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.6%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 6.8%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17801, Sunbury?

Zip code 17801 in Sunbury, 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 17801 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sunbury.

Is Zip code 17801 a safe neighborhood in Sunbury?

Zip code 17801 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sunbury, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 128), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 98). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sunbury.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17801?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17801 is Rape, with a crime index of 128 (28% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17801?

Zip code 17801 has a population of approximately 15,505. The median household income is $53,346. The median home value is $117,510. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17801 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17801's overall crime rate is 9% above the national average (index 109 vs 100). Within Sunbury, 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.