Crime Safety Grade

A+

New Albany, OH Crime Rate

Lower crime than 97% of U.S. cities

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

Is New Albany Safe?

With an overall crime index of 32, New Albany has a 68% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 490. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like The New Albany Country Club earning an A+ grade while Central College rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

New Albany
32
Ohio Avg
97
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
32
68% below average
Violent Crime
51
49% below average
Property Crime
43
57% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in New Albany

1 in 490

Property crime: 1 in 581

Where Is It Safe in New Albany?

New Albany Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 27% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 67% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 33 ▼ 67%
Assault Violent 48 ▼ 52%
Robbery Violent 73 ▼ 27%
Burglary Property 36 ▼ 64%
Larceny / Theft Property 50 ▼ 50%
Vehicle Theft Property 42 ▼ 58%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All New Albany Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 The New Albany Country Club A+ 14
2 Central College A 50

New Albany Crime by Zip Code

New Albany Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
11,085
Median Income
$200,580
Home Value
$519,477
Median Rent
$1,850
Home Ownership
91%

Racial Demographics

White
79%
Black
6.6%
Hispanic
2.3%
Asian
10.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in New Albany?
New Albany has an overall crime index of 32, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in New Albany are rated A or B for safety.
Is New Albany safe to live in?
New Albany 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 New Albany?
The safest neighborhoods in New Albany based on crime data include The New Albany Country Club, and Central College. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does New Albany crime compare to the national average?
New Albany's overall crime index is 32 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 68% lower than the typical US city.

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