Crime Safety Grade

A

Shirley, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 81% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Shirley Safe?

With an overall crime index of 76, Shirley has a 24% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 362. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Shirley earning an A grade while Shirley rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Shirley
76
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
76
24% below average
Violent Crime
69
31% below average
Property Crime
78
22% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Shirley

1 in 362

Property crime: 1 in 321

Where Is It Safe in Shirley?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Shirley
A
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Shirley Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 1% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 66% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 85 ▼ 15%
Assault Violent 34 ▼ 66%
Robbery Violent 88 ▼ 12%
Burglary Property 49 ▼ 51%
Larceny / Theft Property 101 ▲ 1%
Vehicle Theft Property 84 ▼ 16%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Shirley Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Shirley A 76

Shirley Crime by Zip Code

11967
A Index: 78

Shirley Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
28,640
Median Income
$92,426
Home Value
$278,852
Median Rent
$1,963
Home Ownership
88%

Racial Demographics

White
75.4%
Black
8.7%
Hispanic
21.4%
Asian
3.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Shirley?
Shirley has an overall crime index of 76, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Shirley are rated A or B for safety.
Is Shirley safe to live in?
Shirley 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 Shirley?
The safest neighborhoods in Shirley based on crime data include Shirley. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Shirley crime compare to the national average?
Shirley's overall crime index is 76 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 24% lower than the typical US city.

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