Buffalo, NY Neighborhood
Is Cheektowaga North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe916
Medium1043
Low1120
Other3094
31 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape11
Child involved9
Assault0
Other12
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, dispatch reports an alarm activation at a church on Bailey Avenue, with possible motion detected in the basement. | Bailey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14211 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested for a female who left the hospital. She was described as a 911 patient and hospital staff wanted to confirm she is okay. She was last seen wearing a black shirt and shorts. | Grider St, Buffalo, NY 14215 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, radio traffic indicates a possible traffic stop at or near the intersection of Lake and Minnesota Avenue in Buffalo, New York. | Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY | Traffic |
| 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, officers are dispatched to a welfare check at a hotel near Main Street, where a caller reports her daughter is in a room and people outside are allegedly threatening to kick in the door and beat her up. | Main St, Buffalo, NY 14226 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible domestic dispute at a residence on Fillmore Avenue after a caller reported that a man said his ex-partner was back by the house. | Fillmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police units are transporting a female to ECMC near Grider Street. | Grider St, Buffalo, NY 14215 | Medical Emergency |
| 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 |
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Median Home Price
$214,474
Average Rent
$1,552
Vacancy Rate
2.6%
Overview
Cheektowaga North is an urban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, with mostly owner-occupied medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings.
Most homes were built between 1940 and 1969, with many from the Baby Boom era, giving the neighborhood a distinct mid-century character.
UrbanMid-Century HomesModerate Income
Quick Facts
| Bike Commuters | 3.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Cheektowaga North's housing is mostly owner-occupied medium to small single-family homes and small apartments, with 90.2% built between 1940 and 1969.
| Owner Occupied | Majority of residences |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and small apartments |
| Housing Age | 90.2% built between 1940 and 1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes date from 1940-1969, reflecting Baby Boom era construction.
Vacancy rate is low, indicating tight housing supply.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a moderate income level with a diverse occupational mix and a relatively low child poverty rate.
Diverse Occupations — A mix of clerical, professional, sales, and manufacturing jobs shapes the community.
| Child Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
|---|---|
| Occupational Mix | 34.3% clerical/tech, 25.9% executive/professional, 23.2% sales/service, 16.6% manufacturing/labor |
Demographics
| Income Level | Moderate income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| Top Languages | English 92.9%, Polish, Spanish |
| Top Ancestries | German 29.7%, Polish 18.3%, Italian 13.8%, Irish 10.9%, English 5.4%, Lebanese 2.2% |
Commute
Most residents commute 15-30 minutes, with a high rate of driving alone and notable bike commuting.
Cheektowaga North offers manageable commute times with a strong bike commuting presence.
Short Commutes — Most residents spend less than 30 minutes commuting.
Bike Friendly — Bike commuting rate is higher than 95.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (58.1%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 70.6% |
| Bike Commute Rate | 3.0% |
Homes for sale near 14225
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$470,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,350 sqft
14225 N BRUNSWICK Drive N #B
Fountain Hills, AZ, 85268
$578,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,254 sqft
14225 SW Waterfall Lane
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $214,474, less expensive than 85.7% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is spoken by 92.9% of households; Polish and Spanish are also common.