12783 Zip Code, Swan Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Swan Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 136 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Swan Lake zip codes

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Is 12783 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12783 in Swan Lake, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Swan Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 70). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 70 (30% below avg)

12783 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
121 +21% Moderate
Rape
127 +27% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
72 -28% Low
Vehicle Theft
70 -30% Low

12783 Crime Map

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12783 Demographics & Context

Population
2,197
Median Income
$65,262
Home Value
$257,782
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
56/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%
Graduate Degree 11.7%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.8%
Black 7.1%
Hispanic 16.9%
Asian 1.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12783, Swan Lake?

Zip code 12783 in Swan Lake, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 136, which is 36% above the national average. Zip code 12783 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Swan Lake.

Is Zip code 12783 a safe neighborhood in Swan Lake?

Zip code 12783 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Swan Lake, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 127), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 70). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Swan Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12783?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12783 is Rape, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 12783?

Zip code 12783 has a population of approximately 2,197. The median household income is $65,262. The median home value is $257,782. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12783 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12783's overall crime rate is 36% above the national average (index 136 vs 100). Within Swan Lake, 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.