11542 Zip Code, Glen Cove

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Glen Cove

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 105
5% above national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 11542 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 11542 in Glen Cove, NY has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Glen Cove.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 123, 23% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 85).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 123 (23% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 85 (15% below avg)

11542 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
85 -15% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
98 -2% Average
Larceny / Theft
123 +23% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
107 +7% Moderate

11542 Crime Map

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11542 Demographics & Context

Population
25,940
Median Income
$96,501
Home Value
$721,902
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
3,729/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.4%
Graduate Degree 18.2%

Housing

54%
46%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 65.2%
Black 8.4%
Hispanic 32.7%
Asian 6.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 11542, Glen Cove?

Zip code 11542 in Glen Cove, NY has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 11542 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Glen Cove.

Is Zip code 11542 a safe neighborhood in Glen Cove?

Zip code 11542 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Glen Cove, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 123), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 85). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Glen Cove.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 11542?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 11542 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 123 (23% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 11542?

Zip code 11542 has a population of approximately 25,940. The median household income is $96,501. The median home value is $721,902. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 11542 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 11542's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Glen Cove, 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.