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Is Ellicott a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1166

Medium1331

Low1528

Other3905

34 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape13

Child involved11

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, dispatchers received a complaint about someone walking up and down Washington Street with a chainsaw. Officers checked the area and determined that National Grid workers near Kinzie, including behind a nearby building, were using a chainsaw to clear a downed branch.	Washington St, Buffalo, NY 14203	Suspicious Activity
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 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 medical emergency occurred near the library at Broadway and Washington in Buffalo. Fire Engine 1 found a patient on the grassy knoll and requested the team to respond.	Washington St & Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14203	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical incident occurred near Broadway and Washington in Buffalo. An engine crew found a patient on the grassy knoll next to the library and requested ambulance response.	Lafayette Square, Buffalo, NY 14203	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic appears to cover several incidents, including a family disturbance where a woman reportedly became combative and wanted to go to the hospital, and separate medical calls. One patient was found near a library by Broadway and Washington, and at least one female was transported to a hospital.	Grider St, Buffalo, NY 14215	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a 48-year-old male with difficulty breathing was reported near Ellicott and Broadway. The caller was unclear about the exact location, and the patient was possibly wearing a blue shirt. Responders are searching the area.	Ellicott St & Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14203	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$180,695

Average Rent

$1,755

Vacancy Rate

21.9%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Ellicott is a suburban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, with a median home price of $180,695 and average rent of $1,755, both below most New York neighborhoods.

The area has a high vacancy rate of 21.9%, with many residences built before 1939 and some newer construction.

The community is diverse, with significant Polish and Puerto Rican ancestries and a large share of residents living alone.

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Quick Facts

People Living Alone	50.5% of households

Housing market and real estate character

Housing in Ellicott includes small to medium apartments and single-family homes, mostly renter occupied, with many older buildings.

Housing Age	Many built before 1939, some new since 2000
Housing Type	Small to medium apartments and single-family homes
Renter Occupied	Majority renter occupied

What buyers will notice right away

The 21.9% vacancy rate indicates many unoccupied homes, possibly due to prolonged vacancies or new construction.

Many residences date back to before 1939, with some newer additions.

Families & Lifestyle

Ellicott has a large share of residents living alone and a low-income profile with significant childhood poverty.

Occupational Mix — 39.2% in sales and service jobs, 27.0% in executive and professional roles, 19.9% in manufacturing, and 13.9% in clerical and tech support.

People Living Alone	50.5%
Child Poverty Rate	44.8%

Demographics

Sales and Service Occupations	39.2%
Income Level	Low income
English Speakers	78.5% of households
Polish Speakers	10.3%
Top Ancestries	Polish (26.1%), Puerto Rican (18.3%), German (14.5%), Irish (8.5%), English (7.6%)

Commute

Commute times are mostly short, with many residents driving alone or using the bus.

Ellicott features a mix of commute modes with a notable bus ridership and moderate commute times.

High Bus Usage — More residents ride the bus to work than in 99.2% of U.S. neighborhoods.

Short Commutes — Most residents commute 15-30 minutes one-way.

Commute Time	15-30 minutes for 41.3% of workers
Drive Alone Rate	49.4%
Bus Commute Rate	22.7%
Carpool Rate	15.7%

Homes for sale near 14204

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