Is Long Island University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
Long Island University: safety score 25/100 (grade D), ranked #83 of 111 in the US — data through 2026-06.
25/100
Grade: D · #83 of 111 in the US
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of Long Island University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09 | 468 | 1481 | 937 | 2886 |
| 2025-10 | 489 | 1432 | 1062 | 2983 |
| 2025-11 | 448 | 1247 | 972 | 2667 |
| 2025-12 | 417 | 1283 | 814 | 2514 |
| 2026-01 | 371 | 1224 | 1024 | 2619 |
| 2026-02 | 410 | 1120 | 964 | 2494 |
| 2026-03 | 445 | 1357 | 1063 | 2865 |
| 2026-04 | 491 | 1253 | 1095 | 2839 |
| 2026-05 | 452 | 1344 | 1059 | 2855 |
| 2026-06 | 466 | 1242 | 888 | 2596 |
Latest release: 2026-06 — 2596 records in total — violent 466, property 1242, minor 888 (-259 vs 2026-05).
Most common types: Other theft (497) · Public order offences (381) · Assault (266) · Criminal damage (189) · Other theft (180)
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Other universities in Brooklyn
- Kingsborough Community College 73 /100
- Brooklyn College 35 /100
FAQs about safety at Long Island University
What is Long Island University's safety score?
Long Island University: 25/100 (grade D), #83 of 111 in the US, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-06).
How many crimes are recorded near Long Island University?
In the 12 months to 2026-06, 27318 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of Long Island University; the latest release month (2026-06) alone had 2596 records (466 violent, 1242 property, 888 minor).
Is it safe to walk around Long Island University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: NYPD (New York). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-06; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 911 in the US.