Jamestown, NY has safety grade D, a population of about 29,290, an overall crime rate near 3,380 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Jamestown, NY is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Jamestown, NY for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Jamestown, NY Crime Rate and Safety Report
Jamestown, NY crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 16.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 15.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
16.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
The area has very low safety standards with a D rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (46.5% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
With 990 total incidents, Jamestown shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is assault.
Comparison Insights
Jamestown demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Jamestown, NY Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US3638264, a total of 990 crimes were recorded. The most prevalent crime category is assault, accounting for 451 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime is also significant, with a total of 447 incidents. Within property crime, "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" is the most frequent subcategory with 213 incidents, followed by "Larceny/Theft Offenses" with 162 incidents, "Stolen Property Offenses" with 50 incidents, "Motor Vehicle Theft" with 13 incidents, and "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" with 9 incidents. Robbery is relatively low, with only 9 reported incidents, all categorized as "Robbery." Sex offenses account for 46 incidents, including "Sex Offenses," "Kidnapping/Abduction," and "Sex Offenses, Non-forcible." The "others" category includes a total of 37 incidents, comprising "Counterfeiting/Forgery," "Arson," "Fraud Offenses," and "Embezzlement."
Jamestown, NY crime map
Crime Map
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Safety50.9
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Total Crimes14203
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FAQ about crime in Jamestown, NY
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Jamestown, NY.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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