Buffalo, NY Neighborhood

Is Buffalo, NY (North Forest Acres) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe615

Medium776

Low847

Other2196

0 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0

Child involved0

Assault0

Other0

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, 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 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, 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
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, 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, an officer conducts a possible traffic stop with a vehicle on I-290 eastbound near Main Street in New York.	I-290, New York	Traffic

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Median Home Price

$455,002

Average Rent

$2,944

Vacancy Rate

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview of North Forest Acres

North Forest Acres is a suburban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, known for its medium to large single-family homes and townhomes built mostly between 1970 and 1999.

The area has a very low vacancy rate of 0.0%, indicating tight housing supply and strong demand.

SuburbanLow VacancyFamily-Friendly

Quick Facts

Family-Friendly Rank	Top 3% in New York

Housing market and real estate character

The neighborhood features primarily owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, mostly built between 1970 and 1999.

Owner-Occupied Housing	Almost exclusively owner-occupied
Housing Age (1970-1999)	Majority of homes built in this period

What buyers will notice right away

High owner occupancy and zero vacancy suggest a stable housing market with strong demand.

Few rental properties are available due to high ownership rates.

Families and Lifestyle

North Forest Acres is highly family-friendly with top public schools and a strong community feel.

Top public schools and low crime rates support family life.

High owner occupancy fosters community stability.

Ideal for Families — Many families with school-aged children live here, creating a social and supportive environment.

Appeals to Executives and Retirees — Also a good choice for urban sophisticates, highly educated executives, and active retirees.

Family-Friendly Rank	Top 3% in New York
Child Poverty Rate	0.0%

Demographics and Culture

Executive, Management, and Professional Occupations	59.0%
Income Rank	Top 15% in U.S.
Child Poverty Rate	0.0%
Top Languages	["English (87.2%)","French","Chinese"]
Top Ancestries	["German (23.3%)","Irish (22.5%)","Italian (17.9%)","Polish (14.8%)","English (8.4%)","Canadian (2.0%)"]

Commute Patterns

Most residents have a relatively short commute and primarily drive alone to work.

North Forest Acres offers manageable commute times with a high rate of private vehicle use.

Short Commutes — 42% of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work.

Car-Dependent — Most residents drive alone, reflecting suburban transportation patterns.

Main Commute Time	15 to 30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	84.3%
Carpool Rate	6.4%

Homes for sale near 14261

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$230,000

2 bd | 2 ba | 1,412 sqft

14261 Hickory Links Ct APT 1223

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