19153 Safety Report
ZIP • PHILADELPHIA, PASummary
19153 has a very safe overall safety rating, safer than most of the 47 comparable areas. The area has a median home value of $163K (-33.8% vs area average), median household income of $55K (-23.1% vs area average), population density of 1,739 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 95.4% (+4.9% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 19153
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 19153 in Philadelphia, PA receives a very safe overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are notably lower than what's typical for the city. This zip was compared against 47 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this zip in Philadelphia, PA.
Walking Safety
The crime density is 85.4% lower than the median for zips in the region. This area ranks #5 out of 47 zips analyzed.
461
Total Incidents
38.4
Monthly Average
#5 / 47
Safety Rank
Very Safe
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 19153 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 16:00 (37 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 6:00 when incident rates drop to 7. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Philadelphia, PA can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for 19153 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2024-12 with 49 incidents, while 2025-02 saw the lowest activity at 26 incidents. On average, this zip in Philadelphia experiences approximately 38 incidents per month. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in PA neighborhoods like 19153 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 19153 is Assault | Other Assaults, accounting for 61.6% of all incidents (284 cases). This is followed by Assault | Aggravated Assault No Firearm at 11.7% (54 cases). The top three categories combined represent 80% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Philadelphia, PA helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
1,739.19
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #46 of 47 zips
-89.0% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
95.4%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #8 of 47 zips
+4.9% vs area average
Median Home Value
$162,721.48
average estimate
Ranks #31 of 47 zips
-33.8% vs area average
Median Household Income
$54,849.65
average estimate
Ranks #31 of 47 zips
-23.1% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.