Briarhurst Park, NY
Is Buffalo, NY (Briarhurst Park) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe385
Medium393
Low432
Other1198
15 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape3
Child involved5
Assault0
Other7
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, officers are dispatched to a reported customer dispute at a motel near Genesee Street involving a male who is allegedly refusing to pay for his room. | Genesee St, Cheektowaga, NY 14225 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported customer dispute at a hotel near Genesee Street involving a male who is reportedly refusing to pay for his room. | Genesee St, Cheektowaga, NY 14225 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency near North Forest Road involving an elderly female who fell and has neck pain. | N Forest Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a female who fell and appeared to have neck pain near North Forest Road. | N Forest Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were requested for a patient with abnormal labs near Bennett Road in Cheektowaga, involving private transport. | Bennett Rd, Buffalo, NY 14227 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a reported fire alarm activation at a brewery on Main Street in Amherst, with an alarm company indicating a possible pull station activation between East Spring Street and Mill Street. | Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services dispatched to Buffalo Airport for a male patient in his 60s with chest pain on an inbound flight. Medication administered. Plane landing expected within 30 minutes. | Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), 4200 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY 14225 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services respond to a fainting episode of a 39-year-old man with a possible cardiac issue near Youngs Road at the Country Club of Buffalo between Turnberry and Sheridan Drive. | Youngs Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a medical emergency near Bolton Avenue in Cheektowaga involving a 58-year-old male who heard a pop in his leg and is now unable to walk. | Walden Ave, Cheektowaga, NY 14225 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call occurred near Sprucewood Terrace involving two patients. One patient was transported, and another was registered by the fire department. | Sprucewood Terrace, Buffalo, NY 14221 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$467,931
Vacancy Rate
1.7%
Vacancy Rate
1.7%
Briarhurst Park Overview
Briarhurst Park is a suburban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, with a median home price of $467,931 and a low vacancy rate of 1.7%.
The area is home to many wealthy, educated executives living in established homes built mostly between 1940 and 1999.
WealthyLow VacancyExecutive Lifestyle
Quick Facts
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Briarhurst Park is mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and apartments, with many built between 1940 and 1999.
| Vacancy Rate | 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Housing Age (1940-1969) | |
| Housing Age (1970-1999) |
What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood's high owner occupancy rate often points to long-term residential stability.
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited availability.
Families and Lifestyle
Briarhurst Park is favored by wealthy executives and families, with a very low child poverty rate.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated better for executive lifestyles than 97.8% of New York neighborhoods.
Family Friendly — Popular with families with school-aged children and active retirees.
| Executive Occupations | 61.3% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Wealthy |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0 |
| Top Languages | English, Spanish |
| Top Ancestries | Italian, German, Irish, Polish, English |
Commute
Most residents have commutes between 15 and 30 minutes and primarily drive alone.
Briarhurst Park offers moderate commute times with high car use.
Moderate Commutes — 42.7% of workers commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Dependency — 78.2% drive alone to work.
| Main Commute Time | 15 to 30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 78.2 |
Homes for sale near 14026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the owner occupancy rate in Briarhurst Park?
It is higher than 95% of U.S. neighborhoods, indicating strong ownership.
How wealthy is Briarhurst Park?
It ranks among the top 15% wealthiest neighborhoods in America.