Buffalo Neighborhood
Is Seton Rd / Oehman Blvd 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
$222,948
Average Rent
$1,614
Vacancy Rate
0%
Overview
Seton Rd / Oehman Blvd is an urban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, with a housing stock largely built between 1940 and 1969, reflecting mid-century American residential development.
The vacancy rate is exceptionally low at 0.0%, indicating very strong demand and limited housing supply.
The neighborhood has a diverse population with significant Polish and Arab ancestry and a high rate of Polish language use at home.
UrbanHistoric Mid-Century HomesDiverse Ancestry
Quick Facts
| Urban Neighborhood | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Seton Rd / Oehman Blvd's housing is mostly owner-occupied medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with a strong concentration of homes built 1940-1969.
| Housing Age | 88.0% of homes built 1940-1969 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | Majority owner occupied |
What buyers will notice right away
Zero vacancy rate indicates very tight housing supply.
Most homes built during the mid-20th century Baby Boom era.
Families & Lifestyle
Seton Rd / Oehman Blvd is a middle-income neighborhood with a significant childhood poverty rate.
Occupational Diversity — Residents work in executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical jobs.
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 37.2% |
|---|
Demographics
| Income Level | Middle income |
|---|---|
| Top Languages | English (90.4%), Polish (24.4%), Arabic, Spanish |
| Top Ancestries | German (23.0%), Polish (22.6%), Italian (12.6%), Irish (12.1%), English (6.8%) |
Commute
Most residents have a moderate commute and primarily drive alone to work.
Residents mostly drive alone, reflecting typical urban commuting patterns with car ownership common.
Moderate Commute — Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Ownership — Car ownership is common and useful for commuting.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 81.1% |
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 is the median home price in Seton Rd / Oehman Blvd?
The median home price is $222,948, less expensive than 84.7% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is spoken by 90.4% of households; Polish is spoken by 24.4%, higher than 99.9% of US neighborhoods.