07470 Zip Code, Wayne

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wayne

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 37 / 300 High
Violent Crime 76
24% below national avg
Property Crime 62
38% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07470 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07470 in Wayne, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 37, which is 63% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wayne.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 106, 6% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 25).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 106 (6% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 25 (75% below avg)

07470 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
40 -60% Low
Assault
65 -35% Low
Robbery
106 +6% Moderate
Rape
94 -6% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
25 -75% Low
Larceny / Theft
84 -16% Average
Vehicle Theft
78 -22% Low

07470 Crime Map

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07470 Demographics & Context

Population
54,809
Median Income
$140,735
Home Value
$574,850
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
2,175/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 32.1%
Graduate Degree 20.3%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.1%
Black 2.5%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 10%
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Wayne Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07470, Wayne?

Zip code 07470 in Wayne, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 37, which is 63% below the national average. Zip code 07470 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wayne.

Is Zip code 07470 a safe neighborhood in Wayne?

Zip code 07470 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wayne, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 106), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 25). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wayne.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07470?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07470 is Robbery, with a crime index of 106 (6% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07470?

Zip code 07470 has a population of approximately 54,809. The median household income is $140,735. The median home value is $574,850. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07470 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07470's overall crime rate is 63% below the national average (index 37 vs 100). Within Wayne, 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.