Neighborhood in Bethpage, NY
Is Plainedge a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe787
Medium840
Low1226
Other2826
81 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape30
Child involved22
Assault1
Other34
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 crews are dispatched on a signal 99 call to a location near Lake Street by Clocks Boulevard and Olin Court in East Massapequa. A West End duty crew and unit 636 are assigned to respond. | Lake St, Massapequa, NY 11758 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible loud music disturbance involving a vehicle near 4th Street and 10th Avenue after an anonymous complaint. | 4th St & 10th Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported noise complaint about loud music coming from a vehicle driving near 4th Street and 10th Avenue in West Babylon, New York. | 4th St & 10th Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible suspicious vehicle parked in front of a home on Centerwood Street in West Babylon. The gray Chevy was reported to be occupied by two people. | Centerwood St, West Babylon, NY 11704 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a person is reported on the floor inside a locked residence near S 1st St. Someone is trying to open the door but access is not possible. The situation may involve a medical or welfare emergency. | S 1st St, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported family disturbance near Jackson Avenue and 49th Street. A caller speaking Spanish reported an issue involving a 30-year-old girlfriend’s son, who was described as possibly bipolar and seen earlier near 50th Street. The person was reported to be possibly circling the area, with weapons and substance use unknown. | Jackson Ave, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible injury from a fall was reported near Great Neck Road by a 20-year-old individual. | Great Neck Rd, Amityville, NY 11701 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 21-year-old female with a toe injury occurred near the Cambridge Square Apartments on Great Neck Road, off Dorica Street. | Great Neck Rd, Amityville, NY 11701 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alert was activated for a female who fell and suffered a head injury near Lamplighter Lane off Weaver Drive in East Massapequa, in apartment (number withheld). | Lamplighter Ln Apt 4A, Massapequa, NY 11758 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a reported fall resulting in injuries near Lamplighter Lane and Weaver Drive in East Massapequa. | Lamplighter Ln, Massapequa, NY 11758 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$829,282
Average Rent
$6,728
Vacancy Rate
0.7%
Overview
Plainedge is an urban neighborhood in Bethpage, NY, with mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes built mainly between 1940 and 1969.
The neighborhood has a low vacancy rate of 0.7%, indicating strong demand and limited housing availability.
UrbanOwner OccupiedOlder Homes
Quick Facts
| Income Level | High |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Plainedge's housing stock consists mainly of owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, with most built between 1940 and 1969.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and townhomes |
| Housing Age | 83.9% built 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes built during the post-WWII era, reflecting a classic American neighborhood.
Low vacancy rate indicates tight housing supply.
Families & Lifestyle
Plainedge is a wealthy, family-friendly neighborhood with top public schools and a strong community feel.
Top public schools and low crime support family life.
Owner-occupied single-family homes foster community stability.
Family Friendly — Ranks in top 7.2% of family-friendly neighborhoods in New York.
Urban Sophisticate — Appeals to urban professionals valuing education and culture.
| Income Level | High |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 47.7% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Income Level | High |
| Top Languages | English (83.7%), Spanish, Tagalog |
| Top Ancestries | Italian (35.9%), Irish (23.5%), German (13.0%), Greek (7.8%), Asian (7.7%) |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes, with a majority driving alone and some using train transit.
Plainedge offers manageable commutes with high car use and some train transit.
Short Commutes — 31.0% commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than most Americans.
Transit Options — 8.7% use train, supplementing high drive alone rate.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 79.2% |
| Train Commute Rate | 8.7% |
Homes for sale near 11735
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Plainedge?
The median home price is $829,282, more expensive than 62.2% of New York neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common in Plainedge?
Mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes built mainly between 1940 and 1969.
How is the commute in Plainedge?
Most residents have a 15-30 minute commute, with 79.2% driving alone and 8.7% taking the train.