07052 Zip Code, West Orange

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in West Orange

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 47 / 300 High
Violent Crime 65
35% below national avg
Property Crime 63
37% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 07052 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 07052 in West Orange, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 47, which is 53% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in West Orange.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 83, 17% below average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 44).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 83 (17% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 44 (56% below avg)

07052 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
56 -44% Low
Assault
78 -22% Low
Robbery
81 -19% Average
Rape
44 -56% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
45 -55% Low
Larceny / Theft
61 -39% Low
Vehicle Theft
83 -17% Average

07052 Crime Map

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07052 Demographics & Context

Population
47,226
Median Income
$132,627
Home Value
$531,778
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
3,766/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 28.7%
Graduate Degree 22.2%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 51.1%
Black 27.8%
Hispanic 18.9%
Asian 10.2%
07052 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 07052, West Orange?

Zip code 07052 in West Orange, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 47, which is 53% below the national average. Zip code 07052 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in West Orange.

Is Zip code 07052 a safe neighborhood in West Orange?

Zip code 07052 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in West Orange, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 83), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 44). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in West Orange.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 07052?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 07052 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 83 (17% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 07052?

Zip code 07052 has a population of approximately 47,226. The median household income is $132,627. The median home value is $531,778. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 07052 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 07052's overall crime rate is 53% below the national average (index 47 vs 100). Within West Orange, 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.