17271 Zip Code, Willow Hill

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Willow Hill

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 162 / 300 High
Violent Crime 140
40% above national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 17271 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 17271 in Willow Hill, PA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Willow Hill.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 167 (67% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 44 (56% below avg)

17271 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
163 +63% High
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
167 +67% High
Larceny / Theft
44 -56% Low
Vehicle Theft
75 -25% Low

17271 Crime Map

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17271 Demographics & Context

Population
415
Median Income
$59,331
Home Value
$78,950
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
44/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.7%
Graduate Degree 2.4%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.8%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 0.7%
Asian 0.2%
17271 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 17271, Willow Hill?

Zip code 17271 in Willow Hill, PA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average. Zip code 17271 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Willow Hill.

Is Zip code 17271 a safe neighborhood in Willow Hill?

Zip code 17271 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Willow Hill, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 167), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 44). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Willow Hill.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 17271?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 17271 is Burglary, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 17271?

Zip code 17271 has a population of approximately 415. The median household income is $59,331. The median home value is $78,950. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 17271 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 17271's overall crime rate is 62% above the national average (index 162 vs 100). Within Willow Hill, 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.