Liverpool, NY Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Liverpool Safe?
Yes — Liverpool is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Liverpool has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 551.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 551
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
52% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 95
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
43% lower than national average
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Liverpool 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
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
36 | -64% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
14 | -86% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
37 | -63% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Liverpool Crime Map
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Liverpool Crime by Zip Code
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Liverpool Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Liverpool, NY?
Liverpool, NY 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 551 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 95 chance for property crime. Liverpool has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Liverpool, NY safe to live in?
Liverpool 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 Liverpool is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Liverpool?
The estimated violent crime rate in Liverpool is 181.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 52% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 551 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (50% below average); aggravated assault at 147.8 per 100K (45% below average); robbery at 26.4 per 100K (64% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Liverpool?
The estimated property crime rate in Liverpool is 1,052.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 43% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 95 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 137.7 per 100K (49% below average); larceny/theft at 797.9 per 100K (43% below average); vehicle theft at 116.6 per 100K (63% below average).
How does Liverpool crime compare to the national average?
Liverpool's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (43% below average), while rape is 86% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Liverpool has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Liverpool safe to visit?
Liverpool is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 43% 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 Liverpool crime compare to the rest of New York?
New York as a whole has crime that is 1% above the national average. Liverpool's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical New York city.
What type of crime is most common in Liverpool?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Liverpool, with an estimated rate of 797.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 43% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,052 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (181 per 100K) in Liverpool, which is consistent with national trends.