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Is Buffalo, NY (North Forest Park) 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

$397,084

Average Rent

$2,253

Vacancy Rate

3.8%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

North Forest Park is a suburban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, featuring mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes. Most residences are owner occupied and were built between 1940 and 1969.

The neighborhood offers a strong executive and urban sophisticate presence, with residents who enjoy arts and culture. It has a median home price of $397,084 and average rent of $2,253, both below the majority of New York neighborhoods.

SuburbanEstablished HomesExecutive ResidentsOwner Occupied

Quick Facts

Urban Sophisticate Share	95.6%

Housing market and real estate character

North Forest Park's housing stock consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, with most units owner occupied.

Owner Occupied Rate	Most residences owner occupied
Housing Age	Majority built 1940-1969

What buyers will notice right away

Most homes were built before 1970, reflecting a well-established community.

Vacancy rate is low, indicating steady demand.

Families & Lifestyle

North Forest Park attracts urban sophisticates and executives who appreciate arts and culture.

Residents have urbane tastes in literature, music, and live theatre.

The neighborhood supports a big city lifestyle even in a suburban setting.

Cultural Engagement — High participation in arts and cultural events.

Professional Community — Strong presence of executives and professionals.

Urban Sophisticate Share	95.6%
Executive & Professional Occupations	66.7%

Demographics

Executive & Professional Occupations	66.7%
Childhood Poverty Rate	2.4%
Income Rank	Above average
English Speaking Households	92.3%
Top Ancestries	["German (29.1%)","Italian (23.0%)","Irish (18.3%)","English (12.2%)","Polish (9.0%)"]
Austrian Ancestry	1.7%

Commute

Most residents have a commute between 15 and 30 minutes, shorter than average for the U.S.

North Forest Park offers manageable commute times with a high rate of driving alone.

Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute under 30 minutes.

Car Dependence — Most residents drive alone, reflecting suburban transit patterns.

Main Commute Time	15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	77.4%

Homes for sale near 14261

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