West Seneca, Buffalo NY

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

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1107

Medium1321

Low1500

Other3992

31 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape13

Child involved10

Assault0

Other11

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, 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, officers respond to a reported burglary at Garden Hill Apartments near Garden Village Drive, where someone apparently broke in and stole items at an unknown time.	Garden Village Dr building a, apt 4, Cheektowaga, NY 14227	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported burglary at an apartment in the Garden Village Apartments complex in Cheektowaga, where a caller said someone broke in and stole several items at an unknown time.	Garden Village Dr building a apt 1, Cheektowaga, NY 14227	Break-In

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Median Home Price

$191,218

Average Rent

$1,388

Vacancy Rate

9.5%

Nearby neighborhoods

West Seneca Overview

West Seneca is an urban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, known for its affordable housing and diverse cultural heritage.

The area features mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, many built between 1940 and 1969, with a higher than average vacancy rate.

Affordable HousingDiverse HeritageUrban Setting

Quick Facts

Commute Time	15-30 minutes

Housing market and real estate character

West Seneca's housing stock is dominated by small apartment buildings and older single-family homes, with a mix of owners and renters.

Small 2-4 Unit Apartment Buildings	37.7%
Housing Age (1940-1969)	Majority
Owner Occupied Rate

What buyers will notice right away

The neighborhood offers a mix of medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings.

Vacancy is above average, indicating potential availability or weaker demand.

Families & Lifestyle

West Seneca reflects a culturally rich community with strong Polish and Italian influences and a mix of occupations.

Cultural Heritage — Strong Polish and Italian roots shape the neighborhood's character.

Occupational Mix — Residents work mainly in manufacturing, sales, and professional roles.

Polish Ancestry	20.4%
Italian Language Speakers	24.2%
Manufacturing & Labor Jobs	33.2%
Married Couples

Demographics

Manufacturing & Labor Occupations	33.2%
Sales & Service Occupations	26.6%
Executive & Professional Occupations	26.4%
Child Poverty Rate	14.4%
Polish Ancestry	20.4%
Hungarian Ancestry	2.7%
Italian Language Speakers	24.2%
English Speakers	95.2%

Commute

Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone to work.

West Seneca offers convenient commute times with a strong reliance on private vehicles.

Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.

Car Dependent — Most residents drive alone, with some carpooling and bus usage.

Commute Time 15-30 min	44.8%
Drive Alone Rate	81.7%
Carpool Rate	8.3%
Bus Commute Rate	5.1%

Homes for sale near 14210

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$875,000

5 bd | 3 ba | 3,642 sqft

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