Southold Neighborhood, Southold

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe neighborhood — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Southold

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 145 / 300 High
Violent Crime 73
27% below national avg
Property Crime 55
45% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is Southold Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood is very safe. Southold in Southold, NY has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average of 100. Southold is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Southold.

Compared to the Southold average (crime index 145), Southold is 0% lower in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 171, 71% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 16).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 171 (71% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 16 (84% below avg)

Southold Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Southold city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
79 -21% Low
Assault
171 +71% High
Robbery
16 -84% Low
Rape
25 -75% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
38 -62% Low
Vehicle Theft
26 -74% Low

How Southold Compares

Crime index by category: Southold vs Southold average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Southold Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Southold Demographics & Context

Population
3,971
Median Income
$112,325
Home Value
$949,535
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
376/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.9%
Graduate Degree 17.6%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.4%
Black 1.1%
Hispanic 12.4%
Asian 1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Southold, Southold?

Southold in Southold, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average. Compared to the Southold average, crime in Southold is 0% lower. Southold is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Southold.

Is Southold a safe neighborhood in Southold?

Southold is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Southold, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 171), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Southold.

How does Southold compare to the rest of Southold?

Southold's overall crime index is 145, compared to the Southold average of 145. This means crime in Southold is 0% lower than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 73, and for property crime it is 55. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Southold?

The most prevalent crime type in Southold is Assault, with a crime index of 171 (71% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Southold?

Southold has a population of approximately 3,971. The median household income is $112,325. The median home value is $949,535. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Southold crime compare to the national average?

Southold's overall crime rate is 45% above the national average (index 145 vs 100). Within Southold, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.