Village Center
Is East Hills, NY (Village Center) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe509
Medium364
Low161
Other793
111 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape28
Child involved31
Assault3
Other53
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 call reports an elderly person down a flight of stairs near East 21st and Robert S. Units F162 and 414 were dispatched to the location. | South St, Herricks, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, unit 961 and Medic 1 are transporting one patient from near May Avenue to Winthrop. Mileage and start of transport info were communicated. | 1st St, Mineola, NY 11501 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a middle-aged male is vomiting after recent lung surgery near May Avenue between Sylvan Lane and Nursery Lane. Patient removal is in progress with Medic 122 on scene in Irving. | May Ave, Westbury, NY 11590 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an elderly female apparently fell near Rose Lane between Patton Boulevard and Lakeville Road, resulting in injuries and bleeding. | Lakeville Rd & Patton Blvd, North New Hyde Park, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to involve an elderly female who fell and is bleeding near Rose Lane and Christopher Patton Boulevard. | Patton Blvd & Rose Ln, North New Hyde Park, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for CPR in progress on an unresponsive elderly woman and a possible unresponsive minor female near Nancy Drive and nearby cross streets. Units responded code 1 based on radio reports of these medical emergencies. | Nancy Dr, Westbury, NY 11590 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical emergency involving an unconscious woman in the parking lot of a Hilton Garden Inn near Privado Road and Merrick Avenue. | Privado Rd, Westbury, NY 11590 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male was reported shaking near Terrace Boulevard and West End Avenue. An ambulance was requested and dispatched. | Terrace Blvd & West End Ave, New Hyde Park, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a reported unconscious woman in the parking lot of a Hilton Garden Inn near Privado Road and nearby major intersections in Westbury, New York. | Privado Rd, Westbury, NY 11590 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a fire alarm in the West 12th area was reportedly triggered by dust from contractors working in a basement, and responders were advised to disregard the alarm until early morning. | 12th St, Carle Place, NY 11514 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$1,543,886
Average Rent
$5,995
Vacancy Rate
1.7%
Overview
Village Center in East Hills, NY is a suburban neighborhood known for its large, mostly owner-occupied single-family homes.
The housing stock is older and well-established, with many homes built between 1940 and 1969 and some before 1940.
Vacancy is low at 1.7%, indicating tight housing supply relative to demand.
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Quick Facts
| Owner Occupied Rate | Very High |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood features predominantly detached single-family homes, many large, with a very high owner occupancy rate.
| Detached Single-Family Homes | 99.0% |
|---|---|
| Large Homes (4+ bedrooms) | High |
What buyers will notice right away
Almost all homes are owner occupied, indicating residential stability.
The neighborhood has a high concentration of large single-family homes.
Families & Lifestyle
Village Center attracts wealthy, highly educated residents including urban sophisticates and families with school-aged children.
Wealth and Education — Residents are among the wealthiest and most educated in the nation.
Urban Sophisticates — High concentration of residents with refined cultural tastes and lifestyles.
| Graduate Degree Holders | 49.5% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 77.1% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Graduate Degree Holders | 49.5% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 77.1% |
| Eastern European Ancestry | 12.9% |
| Russian Ancestry | 8.1% |
| Foreign Born | 12.0% |
| Languages Spoken at Home | English 86.0%, Chinese, Spanish, Persian |
Commute
Residents have longer commutes with a significant share using trains and carpooling.
Village Center features longer commutes with notable train ridership uncommon in many suburban areas.
Longer Commutes — 37.9% of commuters spend 45-60 minutes traveling to work.
High Train Usage — 12.0% use train, higher than 96% of US neighborhoods.
| Drive Alone Rate | 54.6% |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Rate | 12.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.6% |
| Most Common Commute Time | 45-60 minutes |
Homes for sale near 11514
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Village Center, East Hills?
The median real estate price is $1,543,886, more expensive than 87.1% of New York neighborhoods.
How educated are residents in Village Center?
Nearly half (49.5%) hold graduate degrees, higher than 99.1% of US neighborhoods.