Crime Safety Grade

B

Valley Stream, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 86% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Valley Stream Safe?

With an overall crime index of 68, Valley Stream has a 32% 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 South Valley Stream earning an A- grade while South Valley Stream rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Valley Stream
68
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
68
32% 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 Valley Stream

1 in 362

Property crime: 1 in 321

Where Is It Safe in Valley Stream?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
South Valley Stream
A-
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Valley Stream Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 7% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 47% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 63 ▼ 37%
Assault Violent 80 ▼ 20%
Robbery Violent 63 ▼ 37%
Burglary Property 53 ▼ 47%
Larceny / Theft Property 93 ▼ 7%
Vehicle Theft Property 87 ▼ 13%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Valley Stream Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 South Valley Stream A- 68

Valley Stream Crime by Zip Code

11581
A- Index: 71
11580
A- Index: 69

Valley Stream Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
37,489
Median Income
$116,746
Home Value
$449,604
Median Rent
$1,634
Home Ownership
82%

Racial Demographics

White
44.2%
Black
25%
Hispanic
22.7%
Asian
15.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Valley Stream?
Valley Stream has an overall crime index of 68, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Valley Stream are rated A or B for safety.
Is Valley Stream safe to live in?
Valley Stream has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Valley Stream?
The safest neighborhoods in Valley Stream based on crime data include South Valley Stream. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Valley Stream crime compare to the national average?
Valley Stream's overall crime index is 68 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 32% lower than the typical US city.

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