18470 Zip Code, Union Dale

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Union Dale

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 132 / 300 High

Violent Crime 121

21% above national avg

Property Crime 83

17% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 18470 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 18470 in Union Dale, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Union Dale.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 155 (55% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 34 (66% below avg)

18470 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Union Dale	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	155	+55%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	59	-41%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	34	-66%	N/A	Low

18470 Crime Map

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18470 Demographics & Context

Population

2,422

Median Income

$72,979

Home Value

$310,650

Median Age

Pop. Density

41/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.7%

Graduate Degree 7.8%

Housing

82%

18%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.7%

Black 0.8%

Hispanic 2%

Asian 0.4%

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Union Dale Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 18470, Union Dale?

Zip code 18470 in Union Dale, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 132, which is 32% above the national average. Zip code 18470 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Union Dale.

Is Zip code 18470 a safe neighborhood in Union Dale?

Zip code 18470 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Union Dale, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 155), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Union Dale.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 18470?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 18470 is Burglary, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 18470?

Zip code 18470 has a population of approximately 2,422. The median household income is $72,979. The median home value is $310,650. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 18470 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 18470's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average (index 132 vs 100). Within Union Dale, 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.