08096 Zip Code, Woodbury

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Woodbury

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 84
16% below national avg
Property Crime 111
11% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 08096 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 08096 in Woodbury, NJ has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Woodbury.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 118, 18% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 58). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 118 (18% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 58 (42% below avg)

08096 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
102 +2% Moderate
Robbery
74 -26% Low
Rape
58 -42% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
100 0% Average
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
115 +15% Moderate

08096 Crime Map

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08096 Demographics & Context

Population
36,912
Median Income
$92,282
Home Value
$259,469
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
2,416/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.7%
Graduate Degree 9.8%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 73.5%
Black 14.8%
Hispanic 7.7%
Asian 5.2%
08096 Crime Map
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Woodbury Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 08096, Woodbury?

Zip code 08096 in Woodbury, NJ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 08096 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Woodbury.

Is Zip code 08096 a safe neighborhood in Woodbury?

Zip code 08096 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Woodbury, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 118), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Woodbury.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 08096?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 08096 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 118 (18% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 08096?

Zip code 08096 has a population of approximately 36,912. The median household income is $92,282. The median home value is $259,469. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 08096 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 08096's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Woodbury, 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.