Crime Safety Grade

B-

Brentwood, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 79% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Brentwood Safe?

With an overall crime index of 80, Brentwood has a 20% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 260. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Brentwood earning an A- grade while Brentwood rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Brentwood
80
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
80
20% below average
Violent Crime
96
4% below average
Property Crime
103
3% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Brentwood

1 in 260

Property crime: 1 in 243

Where Is It Safe in Brentwood?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Brentwood
A-
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Brentwood Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 26% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 50% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Assault Violent 50 ▼ 50%
Robbery Violent 121 ▲ 21%
Burglary Property 66 ▼ 34%
Larceny / Theft Property 126 ▲ 26%
Vehicle Theft Property 118 ▲ 18%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Brentwood Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Brentwood A- 80

Brentwood Crime by Zip Code

11717
B+ Index: 80

Brentwood Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
62,743
Median Income
$89,872
Home Value
$332,031
Median Rent
$1,407
Home Ownership
77%

Racial Demographics

White
39.6%
Black
18.3%
Hispanic
74.2%
Asian
2.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Brentwood?
Brentwood has an overall crime index of 80, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Brentwood are rated A or B for safety.
Is Brentwood safe to live in?
Brentwood has a crime safety grade of B-. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Brentwood?
The safest neighborhoods in Brentwood based on crime data include Brentwood. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Brentwood crime compare to the national average?
Brentwood's overall crime index is 80 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 20% lower than the typical US city.

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