Crime Safety Grade

B

Patchogue, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 67% of U.S. cities

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

Is Patchogue Safe?

With an overall crime index of 96, Patchogue has a 4% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 305. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like North Patchogue earning an A+ grade while East Patchogue rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Patchogue
96
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
96
4% below average
Violent Crime
82
18% below average
Property Crime
68
32% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Patchogue

1 in 305

Property crime: 1 in 368

Where Is It Safe in Patchogue?

Patchogue Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Murder · 3% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 60% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 97 ▼ 3%
Assault Violent 70 ▼ 30%
Robbery Violent 81 ▼ 19%
Burglary Property 40 ▼ 60%
Larceny / Theft Property 90 ▼ 10%
Vehicle Theft Property 75 ▼ 25%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Patchogue Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 North Patchogue A+ 78
2 East Patchogue A 113

Patchogue Crime by Zip Code

Patchogue Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
12,389
Median Income
$95,455
Home Value
$340,082
Median Rent
$1,722
Home Ownership
61%

Racial Demographics

White
74.7%
Black
6.8%
Hispanic
27.2%
Asian
2.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Patchogue?
Patchogue has an overall crime index of 96, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Patchogue are rated A or B for safety.
Is Patchogue safe to live in?
Patchogue has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Patchogue?
The safest neighborhoods in Patchogue based on crime data include North Patchogue, and East Patchogue. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Patchogue crime compare to the national average?
Patchogue's overall crime index is 96 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 4% lower than the typical US city.

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