Crime Safety Grade

C

Southampton, NY Crime Rate

Higher crime than 97% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Southampton Safe?

With an overall crime index of 172, Southampton has a 72% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 207. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like North Sea earning an A grade while Shinnecock Indian Reservation rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Southampton
172
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
172
72% above average
Violent Crime
121
21% above average
Property Crime
112
12% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Southampton

1 in 207

Property crime: 1 in 223

Where Is It Safe in Southampton?

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Southampton Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 56% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 17% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 106 ▲ 6%
Assault Violent 156 ▲ 56%
Robbery Violent 101 ▲ 1%
Burglary Property 134 ▲ 34%
Larceny / Theft Property 120 ▲ 20%
Vehicle Theft Property 83 ▼ 17%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Southampton Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 North Sea A 175
2 Shinnecock Hills A- 171
3 Tuckahoe B+ 148
4 Shinnecock Indian Reservation B+ 192

Southampton Crime by Zip Code

11968
A Index: 177

Southampton Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
58,263
Median Income
$100,722
Home Value
$697,002
Median Rent
$1,886
Home Ownership
78%

Racial Demographics

White
75.3%
Black
6.9%
Hispanic
25.7%
Asian
2.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Southampton?
Southampton has an overall crime index of 172, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Southampton are rated A or B for safety.
Is Southampton safe to live in?
Southampton 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 Southampton?
The safest neighborhoods in Southampton based on crime data include North Sea, Shinnecock Hills, Tuckahoe, and Shinnecock Indian Reservation. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Southampton crime compare to the national average?
Southampton's overall crime index is 172 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 72% higher than the typical US city.

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