Crime Safety Grade

A+

Islip, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 83% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Islip Safe?

With an overall crime index of 73, Islip has a 27% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 338. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Islip earning an A grade while Islip rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Islip
73
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
73
27% below average
Violent Crime
74
26% below average
Property Crime
79
21% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Islip

1 in 338

Property crime: 1 in 316

Where Is It Safe in Islip?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Islip
A
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Islip Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Murder · 16% below avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 36% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 84 ▼ 16%
Assault Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Robbery Violent 64 ▼ 36%
Burglary Property 73 ▼ 27%
Larceny / Theft Property 82 ▼ 18%
Vehicle Theft Property 82 ▼ 18%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Islip Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Islip A 73

Islip Crime by Zip Code

11751
A Index: 77

Islip Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
330,584
Median Income
$103,629
Home Value
$381,646
Median Rent
$1,793
Home Ownership
79%

Racial Demographics

White
84.7%
Black
4.8%
Hispanic
14.2%
Asian
3.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Islip?
Islip has an overall crime index of 73, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Islip are rated A or B for safety.
Is Islip safe to live in?
Islip has a crime safety grade of A+. Very low or no crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Islip?
The safest neighborhoods in Islip based on crime data include Islip. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Islip crime compare to the national average?
Islip's overall crime index is 73 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 27% lower than the typical US city.

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