Crime Safety Grade

A

Plainview, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 94% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Plainview Safe?

With an overall crime index of 47, Plainview has a 53% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 431. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Plainview earning an A grade while Plainview rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Plainview
47
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
47
53% below average
Violent Crime
58
42% below average
Property Crime
58
42% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Plainview

1 in 431

Property crime: 1 in 431

Where Is It Safe in Plainview?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Plainview
A
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Plainview Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 20% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 65% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 45 ▼ 55%
Assault Violent 80 ▼ 20%
Robbery Violent 48 ▼ 52%
Burglary Property 35 ▼ 65%
Larceny / Theft Property 67 ▼ 33%
Vehicle Theft Property 73 ▼ 27%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Plainview Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Plainview A 47

Plainview Crime by Zip Code

11803
A Index: 46

Plainview Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
26,267
Median Income
$156,622
Home Value
$611,354
Median Rent
$1,933
Home Ownership
91%

Racial Demographics

White
80%
Black
0.6%
Hispanic
5.1%
Asian
15.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Plainview?
Plainview has an overall crime index of 47, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Plainview are rated A or B for safety.
Is Plainview safe to live in?
Plainview 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 Plainview?
The safest neighborhoods in Plainview based on crime data include Plainview. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Plainview crime compare to the national average?
Plainview's overall crime index is 47 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 53% lower than the typical US city.

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