Cheektowaga West, Buffalo NY
Is Cheektowaga West 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
$251,050
Average Rent
$1,458
Vacancy Rate
4.1%
Cheektowaga West Overview
Cheektowaga West is an urban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, with a mix of medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings.
Many residences are historic, built no later than 1939, with some from 1940 to 1969, reflecting a diverse and established community.
UrbanHistoric HomesDiverse Community
Quick Facts
| Small 2-4 Unit Apartment Buildings | 38.1% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Cheektowaga West's housing stock includes a significant share of small apartment buildings and a mix of owners and renters.
| Owner Occupied Rate |
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What buyers will notice right away
High share of small apartment buildings shapes neighborhood character.
Many homes built before 1940, offering historic charm.
Families & Lifestyle
Cheektowaga West is a lower-middle income neighborhood with diverse occupations and a high childhood poverty rate.
Occupational Mix — Strong presence of clerical and professional workers with manufacturing and sales roles.
| Clerical, Assistant & Tech Support Occupations | 40.8% |
|---|---|
| Children Below Poverty Line | 38.6% |
Demographics
| Clerical, Assistant & Tech Support Occupations | 40.8% |
|---|---|
| Polish Ancestry | 14.1% |
| Asian Ancestry | 12.9% |
| Italian Ancestry | 11.6% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 25.2% |
Commute
Residents have short commutes with a notable share using bus transit.
Cheektowaga West offers short commutes with strong bus transit use and car ownership.
Short Commutes — Nearly half commute under 15 minutes.
Transit Use — Bus ridership is higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.
| Commute Time Under 15 minutes | 44.4% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone to Work | 70.3% |
| Bus Commute | 10.8% |
| Carpool | 5.2% |
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 types of homes are common in Cheektowaga West?
A mix of medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings.
Is public transit common in Cheektowaga West?
Yes, bus commuting is higher than 95% of U.S. neighborhoods.