03285 Zip Code, Thornton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Thornton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 134 / 300 High
Violent Crime 100
0% below national avg
Property Crime 63
37% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 03285 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 03285 in Thornton, NH has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Thornton.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 120, 20% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 120 (20% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

03285 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
58 -42% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
59 -41% Low
Vehicle Theft
21 -79% Low

03285 Crime Map

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03285 Demographics & Context

Population
2,490
Median Income
$72,393
Home Value
$335,817
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
48/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 29.7%
Graduate Degree 16.5%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.3%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.1%
Asian 0.8%
03285 Crime Map
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Thornton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 03285, Thornton?

Zip code 03285 in Thornton, NH has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average. Zip code 03285 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Thornton.

Is Zip code 03285 a safe neighborhood in Thornton?

Zip code 03285 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Thornton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 120), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Thornton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 03285?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 03285 is Assault, with a crime index of 120 (20% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 03285?

Zip code 03285 has a population of approximately 2,490. The median household income is $72,393. The median home value is $335,817. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 03285 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 03285's overall crime rate is 34% above the national average (index 134 vs 100). Within Thornton, 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.