Glen Cove City Center, NY
Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe173
Medium159
Low82
Other436
10 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape2
Child involved3
Assault0
Other5
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 responded to a reported disturbance following a 911 hang-up call from an apartment on Fifth Street. The caller did not stay on the line and the exact problem was unknown. | 5th St, Glen Cove, NY 11560 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to an automatic fire alarm near Church Street in Locust Valley. Crews reported no apparent fire conditions, attempted to reset the system, and kept one unit at the scene. | Church St, Locust Valley, NY 11560 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported barbecue gas grill fire at staff housing near Horse Hollow Road and nearby cross streets in Locust Valley. The incident appears to involve a Zone 2 alarm activation at a country club property. | Horse Hollow Rd, Locust Valley, NY 11560 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male was reported vomiting at an apartment near Main Street, between High Street and Shore Road. | Main St, Port Washington, NY 11050 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are responding to a possible automatic fire alarm near Harbor Road between Liberty Lane and Valley Road in Glen Cove, New York. | Harbor Hill Rd, Glen Cove, NY 11542 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel respond to a reported activated carbon monoxide detector at an apartment on Herb Hill Road in Glen Cove. A rescue unit and a captain are dispatched to investigate the possible hazard. | Herb Hill Rd #227h, Glen Cove, NY 11542 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a building near Herbert Road and Charles Street for a possible activated carbon monoxide detector in an apartment identified as room (number withheld). | Herb Hill Rd #227h, Glen Cove, NY 11542 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were called to assist a female who suffered an apparent fall with a head injury at La Bussola near School Street, Glen Cove. Responders were instructed to use the rear entrance via Highland Road instead of the downtown area. | School St, Glen Cove, NY 11542 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire departments responded to a medical emergency at La Bussola in Glen Cove involving a person with a head injury from a fall. | 3rd St, Glen Cove, NY 11542 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported fire alarm at a residence near Park Manor Court in Glen Cove. A first-floor smoke detector activated, and a later call from the alarm company indicated the homeowner may have set off the alarm while cooking. | Park Manor Ct, Glen Cove, NY 11542 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$754,192
Average Rent
$4,845
Vacancy Rate
5.6%
Neighborhood Overview
Glen Cove City Center is an urban neighborhood in Glen Cove, NY, with a median home price of $754,192 and average rent of $4,845.
The area has a diverse population with significant Italian and Puerto Rican ancestries and a large foreign-born share.
UrbanDiverse AncestryHigher Rent
Quick Facts
| Foreign Born Residents | 22.4% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of small to medium apartments and single-family homes, mostly built since 2000.
| Housing Type Mix | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many built 2000 or later, some 1970-1999 |
| Owner vs Renter Mix | Mixed ownership and rental |
What buyers will notice right away
Many residences built since 2000 offer modern living options.
Vacancy rate suggests steady demand.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse workforce and a below average income with notable childhood poverty.
Diverse occupations including management and sales
Significant Spanish-speaking population
Urban lifestyle with mixed housing
Professional and Service Workers — Many residents work in executive, sales, and clerical roles.
Multilingual Community — English and Spanish are widely spoken.
| Child Poverty Rate | 17.8% |
|---|
Demographics & Culture
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 43.8% |
|---|---|
| Sales and Service Occupations | 31.0% |
| Per Capita Income | |
| Child Poverty Rate | 17.8 |
| Top Languages | ["English (62.1%)","Spanish (31.7%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian (21.3%)","Puerto Rican (10.5%)","Irish (9.8%)","Mexican (6.0%)","Dominican (4.0%)"] |
| Foreign Born Rate | 22.4 |
Commute Patterns
Residents have short commutes with a mix of driving, carpooling, and train use.
Glen Cove City Center offers short commutes with diverse transportation modes.
Short Commutes — 27.4% commute under 15 minutes, though some have long commutes.
Transportation Mix — Most drive alone, with notable carpool and train use.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 68.4 |
| Carpool Rate | 11.9 |
| Train Commute Rate | 7 |
Homes for sale near 11542
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$1,699,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,919 sqft
100 Garvies Point Road #1324
Glen Cove, NY, 11542
$350,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 1,430 sqft
11542 WANDERING PINES Trail W
Jacksonville, FL, 32258
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of housing are in Glen Cove City Center?
Mostly small to medium apartments and single-family homes, many built since 2000.
What is the ancestry makeup of Glen Cove City Center?
Predominantly Italian and Puerto Rican ancestries, with a large foreign-born population.