Crime Safety Grade

C+

Riverhead, NY Crime Rate

Higher crime than 81% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Riverhead Safe?

With an overall crime index of 138, Riverhead has a 38% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 197. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Jamesport earning an A+ grade while Riverhead rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

Riverhead
138
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
138
38% above average
Violent Crime
127
27% above average
Property Crime
110
10% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Riverhead

1 in 197

Property crime: 1 in 227

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Riverhead Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 32% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 8% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 125 ▲ 25%
Assault Violent 124 ▲ 24%
Robbery Violent 132 ▲ 32%
Burglary Property 122 ▲ 22%
Larceny / Theft Property 118 ▲ 18%
Vehicle Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Riverhead Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Jamesport A+ 116
2 Northville A 147
3 Aquebogue A 128
4 Riverside A- 104
5 Flanders B+ 151
6 Northampton B+ 145
7 Riverhead B- 173

Riverhead Crime by Zip Code

11901
B+ Index: 156

Riverhead Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
33,524
Median Income
$75,625
Home Value
$378,061
Median Rent
$1,547
Home Ownership
80%

Racial Demographics

White
63.4%
Black
16.5%
Hispanic
29.2%
Asian
1.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Riverhead?
Riverhead has an overall crime index of 138, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Riverhead are rated A or B for safety.
Is Riverhead safe to live in?
Riverhead has a crime safety grade of C+. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Riverhead?
The safest neighborhoods in Riverhead based on crime data include Jamesport, Northville, Aquebogue, Riverside, and Flanders. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Riverhead crime compare to the national average?
Riverhead's overall crime index is 138 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 38% higher than the typical US city.

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