New Orleans Crime Scores Explained: Orleans Parish Data Shows
By Sharon Ben-Moshe · September 25, 2026
Orleans Parish exhibits marked differences in reported offenses between lakefront communities and inner city sectors. This report details New Orleans ZIP code crime scores using public police department records.
New Orleans covers Orleans Parish between Lake Pontchartrain and the Mississippi River. Data published by the New Orleans Police Department indicates pronounced variations in safety metrics across the city's historic wards and coastal districts.
Orleans Parish crime scores and rankings by ZIP code
NeighborScore compares New Orleans ZIP codes with Louisiana statewide incident baselines. Crime statistics come from the FBI Crime Data Explorer, and school metrics come from the National Center for Education Statistics.
- Lakeview and Lakeshore (70124): Scores 83 overall with a 95 crime score and a 70 school score. Median home price is $503,067 with median rent of $1,971, standing as the safest residential zone in the parish.
- Carrollton and Riverbend (70118): Scores 81 overall with a 95 crime score and a 65 school score. Median property price is $356,572 with median rent of $1,729 near Tulane University.
- Algiers and English Turn (70131): Scores 75 overall with a 95 crime score and a 53 school score. Median home price is $212,760, providing accessible housing across the river.
- Garden District and Uptown (70115): Scores 75 overall with a 95 crime score and a 53 school score. Median home price is $525,936 with median rent of $1,689.
- Mid-City and Bayou St. John (70119): Scores 74 overall with a 95 crime score and a 50 school score. Median home price sits at $291,869 with median rent of $1,583.
Geographic patterns in New Orleans public safety
Lakefront and uptown neighborhoods benefit from active security districts and limited arterial pass-through traffic. According to U.S. Census Bureau economic records, these areas maintain elevated owner-occupancy rates relative to the parish average.
Selecting a New Orleans neighborhood
Movers can consult our guide on how NeighborScore works or compare Orleans Parish ZIP codes on our New Orleans compare tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which New Orleans ZIP code has the highest safety rating?
Lakeview ZIP 70124 leads New Orleans with a 95 crime score, an overall score of 83, and a median home price of $503,067.
What is the median home price in Uptown New Orleans 70115?
Uptown ZIP 70115 has a median home price of $525,936, a 95 crime score, and a 53 school score.