11559 Zip Code, Lawrence

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lawrence

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 97
3% below national avg
Property Crime 81
19% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 11559 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 11559 in Lawrence, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lawrence.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 57).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 133 (33% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 57 (43% below avg)

11559 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
68 -32% Low
Assault
133 +33% Moderate
Robbery
57 -43% Low
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
72 -28% Low
Larceny / Theft
68 -32% Low
Vehicle Theft
103 +3% Moderate

11559 Crime Map

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11559 Demographics & Context

Population
8,920
Median Income
$157,890
Home Value
$1,613,901
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
1,701/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 29.9%
Graduate Degree 33.4%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.5%
Black 6.3%
Hispanic 14.7%
Asian 3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 11559, Lawrence?

Zip code 11559 in Lawrence, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 11559 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lawrence.

Is Zip code 11559 a safe neighborhood in Lawrence?

Zip code 11559 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lawrence, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 133), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 57). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lawrence.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 11559?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 11559 is Assault, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 11559?

Zip code 11559 has a population of approximately 8,920. The median household income is $157,890. The median home value is $1,613,901. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 11559 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 11559's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Lawrence, 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.