Cornwall, NY Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Cornwall Safe?
Yes — Cornwall is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Cornwall has a crime rate that is 42% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 419.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 419
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
37% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 73
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
25% lower than national average
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Cornwall Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
29 | -71% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
161 | +61% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
70 | -30% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
86 | -14% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Cornwall Crime Map
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Cornwall Crime by Zip Code
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Cornwall Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Cornwall, NY?
Cornwall, NY has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 42% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 419 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 73 chance for property crime. Cornwall has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Cornwall, NY safe to live in?
Cornwall is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Cornwall is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Cornwall?
The estimated violent crime rate in Cornwall is 238.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 37% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 419 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (49% below average); aggravated assault at 160.6 per 100K (40% below average); robbery at 21.3 per 100K (71% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Cornwall?
The estimated property crime rate in Cornwall is 1,368.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 25% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 73 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 113.7 per 100K (58% below average); larceny/theft at 979.2 per 100K (30% below average); vehicle theft at 275.7 per 100K (14% below average).
How does Cornwall crime compare to the national average?
Cornwall's overall crime rate is 42% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (61% above average), while robbery is 71% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Cornwall has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Cornwall safe to visit?
Cornwall is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 25% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Cornwall crime compare to the rest of New York?
New York as a whole has crime that is 1% above the national average. Cornwall's crime rate is 42% below the national average, making it safer the typical New York city.
What type of crime is most common in Cornwall?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Cornwall, with an estimated rate of 979.2 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 30% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,369 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (238 per 100K) in Cornwall, which is consistent with national trends.