Buffalo Neighborhood
Is Fillmore Leroy East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1522
Medium1733
Low1932
Other5101
48 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape20
Child involved15
Assault0
Other16
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, emergency medical services requested near Meadow Lane for a 74-year-old female who is unable to walk. | Meadow Ln, Buffalo, NY 14223 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, a fire alarm system activated at a fitness center in a Sheridan Drive plaza, and a manager reported no visible smoke or fire while evacuating people as a precaution. | Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda Town, NY 14223 | Fire |
| 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, fire crews were dispatched to a reported fire alarm activation at a fitness center on Sheridan Drive in the Sheridan Plaza. A manager reported no visible smoke or fire and was evacuating the building, and the operation was later canceled. | Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda Town, NY 14223 | Fire |
| 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, units were dispatched to a Planet Fitness on Sheridan Drive for a reported alarm activation, after the manager requested fire department response. | Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda Town, NY 14223 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are responding to a possible medical emergency for a woman in her forties with chest pain and trouble breathing near Willow Breeze Road by Delaware and Vader in Buffalo, New York. | Willow Breeze Rd, Buffalo, NY 14223 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$146,174
Average Rent
$1,351
Vacancy Rate
17.3%
Overview
Fillmore Leroy East is an urban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, with affordable housing and many residences built between 1940 and 1969.
The neighborhood has a vacancy rate of 17.3%, indicating many empty homes or apartments, and a large share of residents living alone.
UrbanHistoric HomesHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Households Living Alone | 66.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Fillmore Leroy East's housing is dominated by small 2-4 unit apartment buildings and single-family homes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Small Apartment Buildings | 52.2% of real estate |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Over half the housing consists of small 2-4 unit apartment buildings.
Vacancy rate is elevated, which may affect neighborhood dynamics.
Housing is occupied by both owners and renters.
Families & Lifestyle
Fillmore Leroy East has a very high child poverty rate and a large share of residents living alone.
High Child Poverty — Over 60% of children live below the federal poverty line, indicating significant economic challenges.
Single-Person Households — Most households consist of people living alone, shaping the neighborhood's social character.
| Households Living Alone | 66.8% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 62.3% |
Demographics
| Clerical, Assistant, Tech Support Occupations | 36.1% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 25.5% |
| Sub-Saharan African Ancestry | 19.4% |
| African Ancestry | 16.5% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 10.6% |
| English Language Speakers | 85.2% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with many driving alone or carpooling.
Fillmore Leroy East offers some of the shortest commute times in the country, with high car use.
Short Commutes — Over half of residents spend less than 15 minutes commuting.
Car-Dependent — Majority drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 52.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone to Work | 77.4% |
| Carpool to Work | 8.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Fillmore Leroy East?
The median home price is $146,174, less expensive than 93.8% of New York neighborhoods.
What is the child poverty rate?
62.3% of children live below the federal poverty line, higher than 97.4% of US neighborhoods.
What types of housing are common?
Small 2-4 unit apartment buildings dominate, making up 52.2% of the housing stock.