Neighborhood Crime Report
The Amherst South
Jamaica, NY
B+

Crime Score

Average crime

Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault 84
16% below avg
Robbery 74
26% below avg
Burglary 32
68% below avg
Larceny/Theft 61
39% below avg
Vehicle Theft 100
Average
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Demographics
$223,530
Average Home
$81,219
Average Income
57
Population
41.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Crime Level
Low High
The Amherst South Details

The Amherst South, Jamaica Crime Information

Jamaica, NY neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B+

The Amherst South

Jamaica, NY

Crime Score: B+ – Average crime

57
Population
$81,219
Median Income
$223,530
Median Home Value
41.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 84
Robbery 74
Burglary 32
Larceny/Theft 61
Vehicle Theft 100

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$223,530
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
35.4%
Renter Occupied
64.6%

Cost of Living

24% higher than national average
🏠 Housing +26%
🛒 Food & Groceries +21%
🚗 Transportation +18%
🏥 Healthcare +6%
💡 Utilities +14%

Demographics

Education Level

10.1%
High School+
31.9%
Bachelor's+
25.1%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
45.3%
Black/African American
12.6%
Hispanic/Latino
24.0%
Asian
23.8%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
39° / 25°F
Summer (Jul)
84° / 68°F
🌧️
47.9"
Annual Rain
❄️
25.0"
Annual Snow

The Amherst South, Jamaica Crime Information

Jamaica, NY neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B+

The Amherst South

Jamaica, NY

Crime Score: B+ – Average crime

Low High
57
Population
$81,219
Median Income
$223,530
Median Home Value
41.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 84
Robbery 74
Burglary 32
Larceny/Theft 61
Vehicle Theft 100

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$223,530
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
35.4%
Renter Occupied
64.6%

Cost of Living

24% higher than national average
🏠 Housing +26%
🛒 Food & Groceries +21%
🚗 Transportation +18%
🏥 Healthcare +6%
💡 Utilities +14%

Demographics

Education Level

10.1%
High School+
31.9%
Bachelor's+
25.1%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
45.3%
Black/African American
12.6%
Hispanic/Latino
24.0%
Asian
23.8%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
39° / 25°F
Summer (Jul)
84° / 68°F
🌧️
47.9"
Annual Rain
❄️
25.0"
Annual Snow

About The Amherst South

The Amherst South is a neighborhood located in Jamaica, NY. With a crime score of B+, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 57 residents with a median household income of $81,219.

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities