East Amherst, NY Neighborhood
Is Town Center / Woodstream Farms a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in East Amherst, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe415
Medium427
Low442
Other1252
24 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape9
Child involved9
Assault0
Other8
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, 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, 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, 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, fire units responded to a reported fire alarm activation at a brewery on Main Street in Amherst, with an alarm company indicating a possible pull station activation between East Spring Street and Mill Street. | Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical lift assist for a 93-year-old male near Transit Road at the Fox Creek State Apartments, apartment (number withheld). | Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services dispatched to Buffalo Airport for a male patient in his 60s with chest pain on an inbound flight. Medication administered. Plane landing expected within 30 minutes. | Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), 4200 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY 14225 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to the area near Glen Oak for a report of a gray Jeep Compass whose driver was apparently passed out at a stop sign before driving away. | Glen Oak Dr, East Amherst, NY 14051 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop involving a gray Acura sedan near Ruskin Road. A license plate check reportedly showed valid registration to a local resident. | Ruskin Rd, Buffalo, NY 14226 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$567,501
Average Rent
$2,845
Vacancy Rate
0%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Town Center / Woodstream Farms is a suburban neighborhood in East Amherst, NY, with mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and townhomes.
Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, with some newer construction, reflecting an established but modern community.
SuburbanLarge HomesWealthy Executives
Quick Facts
| Large Homes | More large homes than 98.6% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood features mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, with 80% built between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied | Majority of residences |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and townhomes |
| Housing Age | 80% built between 1970 and 1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Zero vacancy rate indicates tight housing supply and high demand.
Neighborhood has more large homes than 98.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Families & Lifestyle
This wealthy neighborhood is home to many executives with advanced degrees and very low child poverty.
Executive Lifestyle — Highly educated professionals dominate, with luxury homes and low child poverty.
| Advanced Degree Holders | 45.3% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Occupational Mix | 63.6% executive/professional, 26.2% sales/service |
Demographics
| Income Level | Wealthy |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Top Languages | English 80.6%, Chinese, Indian languages, Arabic 2.6% |
| Top Ancestries | Italian 22.9%, German 19.0%, English 17.3%, Irish 16.9%, Polish 12.5% |
| Foreign Born | 14.6% |
Commute
Most residents commute 15-30 minutes, primarily driving alone with some carpooling.
Town Center / Woodstream Farms offers manageable commutes with predominant car use.
Short Commutes — Most residents spend less than 30 minutes commuting.
Car Dependent — High rate of driving alone reflects car reliance.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (39.6%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 76.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.8% |
Homes for sale near 14221
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $567,501, more expensive than 42.1% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is spoken by 80.6% of households; other languages include Chinese, Indian languages, and Arabic.