11718 Zip Code, Brightwaters

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Brightwaters

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 25 / 300 High

Violent Crime 43

57% below national avg

Property Crime 35

65% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 11718 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 11718 in Brightwaters, NY has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 25, which is 75% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brightwaters.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 53, 47% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 10).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 53 (47% below avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 10 (90% below avg)

11718 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Brightwaters city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Brightwaters	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	31	-69%	N/A	Low
Assault	50	-50%	N/A	Low
Robbery	36	-64%	N/A	Low
Rape	53	-47%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	10	-90%	N/A	Low
Larceny / Theft	49	-51%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	47	-53%	N/A	Low

11718 Crime Map

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11718 Demographics & Context

Population

2,935

Median Income

$169,530

Home Value

$653,912

Median Age

Pop. Density

3,069/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30.2%

Graduate Degree 27.4%

Housing

89%

11%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.3%

Black 2.1%

Hispanic 6.8%

Asian 2.3%

11718 Crime Map

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Brightwaters Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 11718, Brightwaters?

Zip code 11718 in Brightwaters, NY has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 25, which is 75% below the national average. Zip code 11718 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brightwaters.

Is Zip code 11718 a safe neighborhood in Brightwaters?

Zip code 11718 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brightwaters, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 53), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 10). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brightwaters.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 11718?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 11718 is Rape, with a crime index of 53 (47% below the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 11718?

Zip code 11718 has a population of approximately 2,935. The median household income is $169,530. The median home value is $653,912. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 11718 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 11718's overall crime rate is 75% below the national average (index 25 vs 100). Within Brightwaters, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.