Niagara Falls, NY crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 6.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 9.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
High Risk
per 1000 residents
The area has very low safety standards with a D+ rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
With property crimes being more prevalent (57.6% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
With 714 total incidents, Niagara Falls shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is property crime.
Niagara Falls demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Based on the provided crime data for an area within New York State (identified by the GEOID "16000US3651055"), a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. The total recorded crime count is 714 incidents. Property crime constitutes the most significant portion, with 411 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most prevalent (170 incidents), followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property (187 incidents), indicating a substantial impact from non-violent property-related issues. Assault is the second most frequent crime category, totaling 275 incidents, with the vast majority categorized as "Assault Offenses" (274 incidents). Robbery and sex offenses are relatively less frequent, with 9 and 10 incidents, respectively. Homicide is the least common, with 3 incidents. The "others" category, encompassing fraud, counterfeiting/forgery, and arson, accounts for 6 incidents. The distribution of sub-categories within each main category provides further granularity. For instance, within sex offenses, there are multiple entries for "Sex Offenses," suggesting varying types or reporting methods. The presence of "Kidnapping/Abduction" (1 incident) within this category highlights the occurrence of severe, albeit rare, crimes. In property crime, the breakdown into larceny, motor vehicle theft, burglary, stolen property offenses, and vandalism offers a comprehensive view of the types of property-related issues faced in the area. The concentration of incidents within specific sub-categories, such as larceny and vandalism, suggests targeted prevention strategies could be effective.
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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 Niagara Falls, NY.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
Combine this crime report with the market overview for Niagara Falls, NY and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.
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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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