Crime Safety Grade

A

Lindenhurst, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 73% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Lindenhurst Safe?

With an overall crime index of 89, Lindenhurst has a 11% 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 North Lindenhurst earning an A grade while North Lindenhurst rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Lindenhurst
89
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
89
11% below average
Violent Crime
74
26% below average
Property Crime
77
23% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Lindenhurst

1 in 338

Property crime: 1 in 325

Where Is It Safe in Lindenhurst?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
North Lindenhurst
A
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Lindenhurst Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 2% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 56% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 97 ▼ 3%
Assault Violent 44 ▼ 56%
Robbery Violent 81 ▼ 19%
Burglary Property 60 ▼ 40%
Larceny / Theft Property 98 ▼ 2%
Vehicle Theft Property 73 ▼ 27%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Lindenhurst Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 North Lindenhurst A 89

Lindenhurst Crime by Zip Code

11757
A Index: 67

Lindenhurst Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
26,885
Median Income
$101,867
Home Value
$384,123
Median Rent
$1,750
Home Ownership
84%

Racial Demographics

White
85.5%
Black
3.1%
Hispanic
15.3%
Asian
3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lindenhurst?
Lindenhurst has an overall crime index of 89, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Lindenhurst are rated A or B for safety.
Is Lindenhurst safe to live in?
Lindenhurst has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Lindenhurst?
The safest neighborhoods in Lindenhurst based on crime data include North Lindenhurst. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Lindenhurst crime compare to the national average?
Lindenhurst's overall crime index is 89 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 11% lower than the typical US city.

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