Crime Safety Grade

A-

West Babylon, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 86% of U.S. cities

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

Is West Babylon Safe?

With an overall crime index of 67, West Babylon has a 33% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 313. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like West Babylon earning an A grade while West Babylon rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

West Babylon
67
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
67
33% below average
Violent Crime
80
20% below average
Property Crime
67
33% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in West Babylon

1 in 313

Property crime: 1 in 373

Where Is It Safe in West Babylon?

Areas with Higher Crime

West Babylon Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 3% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 58% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Assault Violent 63 ▼ 37%
Robbery Violent 103 ▲ 3%
Burglary Property 42 ▼ 58%
Larceny / Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%
Vehicle Theft Property 68 ▼ 32%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All West Babylon Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 West Babylon A 67

West Babylon Crime by Zip Code

West Babylon Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
42,316
Median Income
$104,940
Home Value
$370,906
Median Rent
$1,974
Home Ownership
77%

Racial Demographics

White
73%
Black
13.8%
Hispanic
16.1%
Asian
4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in West Babylon?
West Babylon has an overall crime index of 67, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in West Babylon are rated A or B for safety.
Is West Babylon safe to live in?
West Babylon has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in West Babylon?
The safest neighborhoods in West Babylon based on crime data include West Babylon. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does West Babylon crime compare to the national average?
West Babylon's overall crime index is 67 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 33% lower than the typical US city.

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