
Is Freeport Northwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Freeport, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
80 Registered Offenders Nearby
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, fire units responded to a commercial automatic alarm at a fast-food restaurant on Sunrise Highway between Chestnut Street and State Street in Rockville Centre. Some responding units were later held or cancelled after the situation was assessed. | Sunrise Hwy, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported commercial automatic alarm at a fast-food restaurant on Sunrise Highway, with some units instructed to stand by while limited companies handled the call. | Sunrise Hwy, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a commercial fire alarm near North Village Avenue by Wilson Lane and Hempstead Avenue in Rockville Centre. Crews coordinated access with workers at the rear of the building, confirmed they had entry, and the request for a callback or keyholder was canceled. | N Village Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, oceanside Fire Department responded to a medical emergency involving a male with high blood pressure near West Henrietta Avenue. | W Henrietta Ave, Oceanside, NY 11572 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responding to an apparent medical emergency involving an elderly female near Driscoll Avenue. The situation may involve a fall. | Driscoll Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders gained entry at a guidance center on Church Street, then re-secured the building but apparently set off the burglar alarm and requested police notification. | Church St, Freeport, NY 11520 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a reported automatic fire alarm at a child guidance facility near Church Street. | Church St, Freeport, NY 11520 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to an automatic alarm at the South Shore Child Guidance Center, 114 Church Street (between West Merrick Road and Smith Street). It was noted as a Knox Box location; crews reported no evident fire conditions at the time. | Church St, Freeport, NY 11520 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near south Main Street between High Street and Shore Road, in apartment (number withheld). The patient reportedly has two lines and no vomiting. | S Main St, Freeport, NY 11520 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported for a male with back pain near Village Avenue between Flint Place and Ruby Street. | S Village Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 | Medical Emergency |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Freeport Northwest is a densely urban neighborhood in Freeport, NY with a diverse cultural makeup and a tight housing market.
Housing consists mainly of small to medium apartments and single-family homes built mostly between 1940 and 1969.
Quick Facts
| Foreign Born Residents | 40.9% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Freeport Northwest features a mix of small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with a balanced owner and renter occupancy.
| Owner vs Renter Occupied | Mixed occupancy |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969; some before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Freeport Northwest supports an upper-middle income population with diverse occupations and cultural backgrounds.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 39.6% |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 39.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| Top Languages | ["Spanish (46.8%)","English (45.4%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Dominican (22.8%)","Haitian (10.5%)","Puerto Rican (5.6%)","Sub-Saharan African (4.2%)","Italian (3.8%)"] |
Commute
Commute times vary, with many residents driving alone and some facing longer commutes.
Residents mostly drive alone or carpool, with some using public transit and a range of commute times.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (24.1% of workers) |
|---|---|
| Long Commute | Over 1 hour (15.8% of workers) |
| Drive Alone Rate | 64.9% |
| Carpool Rate | 10.0% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 7.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Freeport Northwest good for first-time home buyers?
Yes, it ranks better than 87% of New York neighborhoods for first-time buyers.
What types of homes are common in Freeport Northwest?
Mostly small to medium apartments and single-family homes built between 1940 and 1969.
How is the commute in Freeport Northwest?
Commute times vary; many drive alone with some using bus transit.