Grand Island, NY
Is Grand Island, NY (Edgewater) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe388
Medium514
Low669
Other1263
137 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape43
Child involved35
Assault3
Other62
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, dispatch received a possible domestic dispute at an apartment above a liquor store near 3rd Street in Niagara Falls, where a woman reportedly told a relative that her boyfriend would not let her leave. | 3rd St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible assault victim who is an employee at a pizzeria near Hyde Park Boulevard in Niagara Falls. The caller states the woman arrived at the business already injured, with a large cut on the back of her head, and medics were requested for the laceration. The assault reportedly occurred at a different nearby location. | Hyde Park Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14305 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers appear to conduct a traffic stop on a boulevard involving a vehicle with Ohio registration. | Niagara Fls Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a report of an unwanted man screaming and yelling at the front entrance of a hotel on Niagara Falls Boulevard. | Niagara Falls Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Anthony Street and the boulevard, checking several license plates and a New York driver identification that reportedly returned as a non‑driver only. | Anthony St & Niagara Falls Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to Main Street and Cleveland Avenue for a possible vandalism incident after a caller reported a 2015 Nissan Xterra with a smashed rear window and a white vehicle with a ripped-off mirror, possibly involving the same person from an earlier Burger King call. | Main St & Cleveland Ave, Niagara Falls, NY 14305 | Property Damage |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded near Main Street and Cleveland Avenue for a possible vandalism incident involving a 2015 Nissan Xterra with a smashed rear window and a second white vehicle with its mirror torn off, possibly related to an earlier restaurant call. | Main St & Cleveland Ave, Niagara Falls, NY 14305 | Property Damage |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units respond to a possible fall incident near Niagara Falls Boulevard and McDonald's in Niagara Falls. | Niagara Falls Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller in a gray Toyota Camry reported a possible intoxicated man who briefly entered her back seat and then pressed his face against her window in the parking lot of a McDonald's near Falls Boulevard and Military Road. Officers were dispatched to check the situation. | Niagara Falls Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to speak with a reportedly intoxicated caller about a possible earlier altercation at a location on B Street in Niagara Falls. | B St, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 | Substance Use |
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Median Home Price
$575,610
Average Rent
$3,026
Vacancy Rate
0.6%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Edgewater is a rural neighborhood in Grand Island, NY, featuring mostly medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes built mostly since 2000.
The neighborhood has a very low vacancy rate of 0.6%, indicating tight housing supply and strong demand.
RuralAffluentLow Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Executive Lifestyle Ranking | Better than 97.3% of NY neighborhoods |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Edgewater consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes, with most properties owner occupied.
| Housing Age | Mostly built since 2000, some between 1970 and 1999 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
| Housing Types | Medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes |
What buyers will notice right away
Very low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Many residences built since 2000, appealing to buyers seeking modern housing.
Families & Lifestyle
Edgewater is favored by wealthy executives and families, with very low child poverty and a strong executive lifestyle ranking.
The neighborhood's affluence and education levels support a stable, family-friendly environment.
Strong executive presence and newer housing attract professionals and retirees.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated better for executive lifestyles than 97.3% of New York neighborhoods.
Family Friendly — Very low child poverty rate supports family well-being.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Employment | 66.6% |
Demographics
| Executive & Professional Share | 66.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Top 15% in U.S. |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Foreign Born Residents | |
| Top Languages | ["English (88.3%)","Spanish","French (2.9%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (29.8%)","Italian (26.5%)","Polish (19.3%)","Irish (14.2%)","English (7.4%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with moderate commute times, reflecting suburban lifestyle.
Edgewater offers a rural, affluent lifestyle with convenient commutes primarily by car.
Car-Dependent — High drive-alone rate reflects suburban commuting patterns.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents have commutes under 30 minutes.
| Main Commute Time | 15 to 30 minutes (58.9%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 79.7% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.8% |
Homes for sale near 14302
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Frequently Asked Questions
How affordable is housing in Edgewater?
Median home prices are moderately high, with a strong owner-occupied market and low vacancy.
What is the child poverty rate?
Edgewater has a 0.0% child poverty rate, lower than all U.S. neighborhoods.