Coram West, NY
Is Coram West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Coram, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe590
Medium636
Low993
Other2410
76 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape23
Child involved24
Assault0
Other34
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, a medical emergency involving a minor female was reported near Hawthorne Street and North Evergreen Drive in Selden. The boy involved left in a black vehicle and reportedly returned twice. | Hawthorne St & N Evergreen Dr, Selden, NY 11784 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 51-year-old female near the car wash on Horseblock Road off Hanrahan. | Horseblock Road, Farmingville, NY 11738 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involves a 51-year-old female reported sick near Horseblock Road and Hanrahan Avenue at a car wash. | Horseblock Road, Farmingville, NY 11738 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire department dispatched for a woman with chest pain near Starling Court off Humming Lane. | Briar Hill Ct, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible domestic disturbance at a residence near Artist Lake Drive in Middle Island, involving an 18-year-old caller and a 20-year-old brother who is reportedly breaking items inside the home. No weapons have been reported. | Artist Lake Dr, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were advised of a possible bank fraud complaint at a residence near Home Creek Drive and Grassmere in Medford. They were directed to contact a person named (person_name withheld) in front of the location. | Home Dr, Medford, NY 11763 | Fraud Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible suspicious activity incident near Avenue B and Portion Road, where two males were seen placing garbage bags with a rancid smell into a running vehicle before it left southbound. The suspect vehicle is described as an older model sedan with a female driver and a male passenger. | Avenue B, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Eric Drive after a text-to-911 report that a landlord appeared to be acting strangely, seeing people who were not there, and was verbally aggressive. The subject is a female in her fifties. | Eric Dr, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units respond to a reported stroke involving a 78-year-old man in the lobby of a building near North Ocean Avenue in Medford. | N Ocean Ave, Medford, NY 11763 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported disturbance near Birchwood Park Drive and Eric Drive involving a complainant who mentioned a dark SUV, but a nearby unit handled the call and another unit was told to disregard. | Birchwood Park Dr, Middle Island, NY 11953 | Disturbance |
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Median Home Price
$673,974
Average Rent
$4,558
Vacancy Rate
2.1%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview of Coram West, NY
Coram West is a suburban neighborhood in Coram, NY with mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes.
Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, giving the area a consistent established look.
SuburbanExecutive LifestyleEstablished Housing
Quick Facts
| English Spoken at Home | 78.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The housing stock is predominantly owner occupied and mostly built between 1970 and 1999.
| Vacancy Rate | 2.1 |
|---|---|
| Built 1970-1999 | 81.7 |
| Owner Occupied Rate |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes share a similar age, creating a uniform neighborhood appearance.
The neighborhood ranks highly for executive lifestyles and first-time buyers.
Families and Lifestyle in Coram West
Coram West is favored by educated professionals and executives seeking suburban living.
High share of executives and professionals.
Spacious homes support family living.
Good choice for first-time home buyers.
Executive-Oriented — Nearly half the workforce is in executive, management, or professional roles.
| Executive Lifestyle Rank in NY | Top 6.8% |
|---|
Demographics and Culture
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 49.9 |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 7.9 |
| Income Rank | Higher than 85.1% of US neighborhoods |
| Italian Ancestry | 28.1% |
| Polish Ancestry | 12.2% |
| Foreign Born | 15.9 |
| Top Languages | ["English","Spanish","Languages of India","Polish","Urdu"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian","German","Polish","Irish","Puerto Rican"] |
Commuting in Coram West
Most residents drive alone with commute times around the national average.
High reliance on solo driving with typical suburban commute lengths.
Longer Commutes — Most residents spend 30 to 45 minutes commuting.
Solo Driving Dominates — Over 90% drive alone, a rate higher than most US neighborhoods.
| Main Commute Time | 30 to 45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 90.6 |
Homes for sale near 11727
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
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2 bd | 2 ba | 1,515 sqft
The Erie Plan, WillowWood at Overton Preserve
Coram, NY, 11727
$215,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 750 sqft
655 Middle Country Road #2-2E2
Stony Brook, NY, 11794
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Coram West?
The median home price is $673,974, more expensive than 52.2% of New York neighborhoods.
What ancestries are common in Coram West?
Italian (28.1%) and Polish (12.2%) ancestries are notably high.
How do most residents commute?
90.6% drive alone, a rate higher than 97.8% of US neighborhoods.