Question 1

Is 70607 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 70607 in Lake Charles has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Lake Charles city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 70607 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 70607?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 70607 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 70607. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 70607 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Lake Charles. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 70607?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 70607 is approximately $200K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 70607 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 70607 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 70607 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 70607 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for Lake Charles. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 70607 scores similarly to the middle tier of Lake Charles neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Lake Charles — ZIP 70607

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Lake Charles Charter Academy	PK–08	—	—	—
Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy	PK–08	—	—	—
Lake Charles College Prep	09–12	—	—	—
Brentwood Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Fairview Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Henry Heights Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
M. J. Kaufman Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
F. K. White Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Grand Lake High School	07–12	—	—	—
Grand Lake Elementary	PK–06	—	—	—