Leigh, NE Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Leigh Safe?
Yes — Leigh is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Leigh has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 505.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 505
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
48% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 244
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
78% lower than national average
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Leigh 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
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
41 | -59% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
13 | -87% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Leigh Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Leigh, NE?
Leigh, NE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 505 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 244 chance for property crime. Leigh has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Leigh, NE safe to live in?
Leigh is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Leigh is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Leigh?
The estimated violent crime rate in Leigh is 198.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 48% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 505 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.3 per 100K (53% below average); aggravated assault at 135.6 per 100K (49% below average); robbery at 40.3 per 100K (46% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Leigh?
The estimated property crime rate in Leigh is 410.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 78% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 244 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 109.5 per 100K (59% below average); larceny/theft at 179.7 per 100K (87% below average); vehicle theft at 121.4 per 100K (62% below average).
How does Leigh crime compare to the national average?
Leigh's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (41% below average), while larceny/theft is 87% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Leigh has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Leigh safe to visit?
Leigh is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 78% 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 Leigh crime compare to the rest of Nebraska?
Nebraska as a whole has crime that is 19% above the national average. Leigh's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical Nebraska city.
What type of crime is most common in Leigh?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Leigh, with an estimated rate of 179.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 87% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (411 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (198 per 100K) in Leigh, which is consistent with national trends.