Bay Colony, NY
Is Bay Colony a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe477
Medium326
Low140
Other972
90 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape29
Child involved21
Assault1
Other41
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a commercial automatic alarm at a fast-food restaurant on Sunrise Highway between Chestnut Street and State Street in Rockville Centre. Some responding units were later held or cancelled after the situation was assessed. | Sunrise Hwy, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported commercial automatic alarm at a fast-food restaurant on Sunrise Highway, with some units instructed to stand by while limited companies handled the call. | Sunrise Hwy, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a commercial fire alarm near North Village Avenue by Wilson Lane and Hempstead Avenue in Rockville Centre. Crews coordinated access with workers at the rear of the building, confirmed they had entry, and the request for a callback or keyholder was canceled. | N Village Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, oceanside Fire Department responded to a medical emergency involving a male with high blood pressure near West Henrietta Avenue. | W Henrietta Ave, Oceanside, NY 11572 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responding to an apparent medical emergency involving an elderly female near Driscoll Avenue. The situation may involve a fall. | Driscoll Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders gained entry at a guidance center on Church Street, then re-secured the building but apparently set off the burglar alarm and requested police notification. | Church St, Freeport, NY 11520 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a reported automatic fire alarm at a child guidance facility near Church Street. | Church St, Freeport, NY 11520 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to an automatic alarm at the South Shore Child Guidance Center, 114 Church Street (between West Merrick Road and Smith Street). It was noted as a Knox Box location; crews reported no evident fire conditions at the time. | Church St, Freeport, NY 11520 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near south Main Street between High Street and Shore Road, in apartment (number withheld). The patient reportedly has two lines and no vomiting. | S Main St, Freeport, NY 11520 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported for a male with back pain near Village Avenue between Flint Place and Ruby Street. | S Village Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$849,431
Average Rent
$4,896
Vacancy Rate
4.1%
Overview
Bay Colony is an urban, coastal neighborhood in Baldwin, NY, known for its large, owner-occupied single-family homes.
The median home price is $849,431, and the average rent is $4,896, both above most neighborhoods in New York.
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Quick Facts
| Owner Occupied Rate | Very High |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Bay Colony features predominantly large, detached single-family homes, mostly owner occupied and built before 1970.
| Large Home Rank | Top 1.8% |
|---|---|
| Detached Single-Family Homes | Dominant housing type |
| Vacancy Rate | 4.1% |
What buyers will notice right away
Almost all homes are owner occupied, indicating neighborhood stability.
High concentration of large homes with 4 or more bedrooms.
Families & Lifestyle
Bay Colony attracts urban sophisticates and wealthy residents with refined cultural tastes.
Urban Sophisticates — High concentration of residents with refined cultural tastes and professional occupations.
| Executive, Management & Professional Jobs | 62.6% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 12.7% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 21.5% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Jobs | 62.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Wealthy |
| Top Languages | English, Spanish, French, Polish |
| Top Ancestries | Haitian (12.3%), Irish (11.5%), German (9.9%), Italian (9.3%), Dominican (5.6%) |
Commute
Residents have varied commute times with a significant portion using trains and carpooling.
Bay Colony residents rely on cars but have high train ridership compared to most neighborhoods.
Train Commuting — 11.6% ride the train, a rate higher than 95.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Car Usage — Majority drive alone, with notable carpooling.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 61.7% |
| Train Commute Rate | 11.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.6% |
Homes for sale near 11510
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of homes are common in Bay Colony?
Predominantly large, detached single-family homes built before 1970.
What languages are spoken in Bay Colony?
English is most common, with Spanish, French, and Polish also spoken.