Crime Safety Grade

A

Centereach, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 90% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Centereach Safe?

With an overall crime index of 59, Centereach has a 41% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 316. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Centereach earning an A grade while Centereach rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Centereach
59
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
59
41% below average
Violent Crime
79
21% below average
Property Crime
77
23% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Centereach

1 in 316

Property crime: 1 in 325

Where Is It Safe in Centereach?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Centereach
A
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Centereach Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 17% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 61% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 82 ▼ 18%
Assault Violent 39 ▼ 61%
Robbery Violent 117 ▲ 17%
Burglary Property 48 ▼ 52%
Larceny / Theft Property 100 ▼ 0%
Vehicle Theft Property 82 ▼ 18%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Centereach Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Centereach A 59

Centereach Crime by Zip Code

11720
A Index: 58

Centereach Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
31,100
Median Income
$109,247
Home Value
$360,877
Median Rent
$2,003
Home Ownership
82%

Racial Demographics

White
79.9%
Black
3.9%
Hispanic
14.5%
Asian
8.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Centereach?
Centereach has an overall crime index of 59, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Centereach are rated A or B for safety.
Is Centereach safe to live in?
Centereach has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Centereach?
The safest neighborhoods in Centereach based on crime data include Centereach. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Centereach crime compare to the national average?
Centereach's overall crime index is 59 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 41% lower than the typical US city.

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