Elma, NY has recently been experiencing a lower amount of violent crime compared to the rest of the United States, with a rate of 8.2 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, property crime in Elma is slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 20.1 compared to 35.4. Despite this, Elma is still considered a relatively safe community with a lower overall crime rate. However, as the town continues to grow and urbanize, it is important for residents to remain vigilant and take precautions to protect themselves and their property. With a lower crime rate than the national average, Elma is an attractive place to live and raise a family, but it is important to remain aware of the potential for crime and take necessary measures to ensure safety and security.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Elma violent crime is 8.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Elma property crime is 20.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Elma, New York does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Lancaster, New York. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Lancaster, New York. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.