West Hempstead, NY has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in West Hempstead is 8.9, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of West Hempstead are less likely to be victims of violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the property crime rate in West Hempstead is 21.9, also lower than the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While crime can still occur in West Hempstead, the statistics show that it is a relatively safe community to live in. However, it is important for residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to prevent becoming a victim of crime.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
West Hempstead violent crime is 8.9. (The US average is 22.7)
West Hempstead property crime is 21.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of West Hempstead, New York does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Garden City, New York. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Garden City, New York. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.