12197 Zip Code, Worcester

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Worcester

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 160 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 79
21% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 12197 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 12197 in Worcester, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Worcester.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 160, 60% above average), while larceny / 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
Assault · Index 160 (60% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 34 (66% below avg)

12197 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
133 +33% Moderate
Assault
160 +60% High
Robbery
97 -3% Average
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
34 -66% Low
Vehicle Theft
92 -8% Average

12197 Crime Map

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12197 Demographics & Context

Population
2,507
Median Income
$68,079
Home Value
$141,642
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
36/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12%
Graduate Degree 9.7%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.2%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 4.8%
Asian 0.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 12197, Worcester?

Zip code 12197 in Worcester, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average. Zip code 12197 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Worcester.

Is Zip code 12197 a safe neighborhood in Worcester?

Zip code 12197 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Worcester, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 160), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Worcester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 12197?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 12197 is Assault, with a crime index of 160 (60% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 12197?

Zip code 12197 has a population of approximately 2,507. The median household income is $68,079. The median home value is $141,642. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 12197 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 12197's overall crime rate is 60% above the national average (index 160 vs 100). Within Worcester, 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.