Grand Island West, NY
Is Grand Island, NY (Grand Island West) 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
$431,386
Vacancy Rate
5.3%
Vacancy Rate
5.3%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Grand Island West is a rural neighborhood in Grand Island, NY, with a median home price of $431,386 and predominantly owner-occupied housing.
The area is known for its family-friendly environment, older well-established homes, and relatively low vacancy rate.
RuralOwner OccupiedFamily FriendlyModerate Commute
Quick Facts
| Average Rent | $2,941 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Grand Island West is primarily medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, with a very high owner-occupancy rate and low vacancy.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Very high |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built between 1940 and 1969, some 1970-1999 |
| Housing Type Mix | Medium to large single-family homes and townhomes |
What buyers will notice right away
High owner occupancy suggests residential stability.
Neighborhood is among the most family-friendly in New York State.
Families & Lifestyle
Grand Island West is highly family-friendly with strong community ties and a high share of executive and professional workers.
Ancestry — High shares of German (27.7%), Irish (21.9%), and Polish (17.9%) ancestries.
Languages — English is spoken by 99.3% of households.
| Family Friendly Rank | Top 3.6% in NY |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 45.6% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 45.6% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Above average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| Polish Ancestry | 17.9% |
| Danish Ancestry | 4.0% |
| English Speakers | 99.3% |
| German Ancestry | 27.7% |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with moderate commute times, typically between 15 and 30 minutes.
Grand Island West offers a family-friendly environment with stable homeownership and manageable commutes.
Stable Ownership — Very high owner occupancy rate.
Family Focused — Among the most family-friendly neighborhoods in New York.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents have commutes under 30 minutes.
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 52.8% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 67.1% |
| Carpool | 16.4% |
Homes for sale near 14302
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the housing like in Grand Island West?
Mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, many built between 1940 and 1969.
Is this neighborhood family-friendly?
Yes, it ranks among the top family-friendly neighborhoods in New York State.