Water Valley, NY
Is Water Valley a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Hamburg, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe133
Medium143
Low124
Other853
2 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape0
Child involved1
Assault0
Other1
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 respond to an apparent landlord-tenant dispute near Lenora Road, where a landlord reports tenants were supposed to move out and have not. | Lenora Dr, Hamburg, NY 14075 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to Mission Hills Estates near Camp Road in Hamburg for an elderly male with chest pain and cardiac history. | Camp Rd Unit 186, Hamburg, NY 14075 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible vehicle crash with unknown injuries on Heinrich Road between North Boston Road and Eckhardt Road. | Heinrich Rd, Hamburg, NY 14075 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check a reported raccoon staggering in a yard at a mobile home park on Eagle Crest Drive in Hamburg. | S Eaglecrest Dr, Hamburg, NY 14075 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched to Bradford Place Apartments near South Park Avenue for a woman with fainting and rapid heartbeat. The patient's age appears to be 47 years old. | South Park Ave, Hamburg, NY 14075 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews and firefighters were sent to a motel on Camp Road in Hamburg for a man in his thirties who was reportedly unconscious from a suspected overdose. | Camp Rd, Hamburg, NY 14075 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a motel on Camp Road in Hamburg for a man in his thirties who was reportedly unconscious from a suspected overdose. Patrol officers appear to have given one dose of Narcan before or during EMS arrival. | Camp Rd, Hamburg, NY 14075 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to St. Francis Park near South Park Avenue for an elderly female with a serious nosebleed. | South Park Ave, Hamburg, NY 14075 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to Eden Heights, (number withheld) Heart Road, Room (number withheld), for an 87-year-old female with a skin tear on her leg and a cold response. | Hardt Rd, Eden, NY 14057 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving an elderly male with a swollen lip was reported near Chestnut Ridge Road, room (number withheld). EMS assistance was requested at the location. | Chestnut Ridge Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$416,728
Average Rent
$1,515
Vacancy Rate
3.5%
Child Poverty Rate
0.0%
Neighborhood Overview
Water Valley is a rural neighborhood in Hamburg, New York, with a median home price of $416,728 and average rent of $1,515. Vacancy rates are low at 3.5%.
The community has an upper-middle income profile with no children living in poverty. English is the predominant language, and ancestries include German, Irish, Polish, Italian, and English.
Most residents drive alone to work, with 77.3% commuting by car. The neighborhood has a diverse occupational mix including executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical jobs.
RuralModerate PriceLow VacancyLow Child Poverty
Housing market and real estate character
Water Valley's housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and apartments, mostly built between 1940 and 1999, with high owner occupancy.
| Housing Age | Most built 1940-1969 |
|---|
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is low, indicating strong demand or stable occupancy.
Many homes built between 1940 and 1969, with some newer homes.
Families & Lifestyle
Water Valley has an upper-middle income population with no child poverty and a strong presence of executive and sales occupations.
Low Child Poverty — No children under 18 live below the poverty line, indicating economic stability for families.
Diverse Occupations — Residents work in executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical roles.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Employment | 42.9% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
|---|---|
| Top Ancestries | German (37.6%), Irish (25.0%), Polish (18.0%), Italian (16.0%), English (9.1%) |
| Languages Spoken | English (96.1%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work, with a typical commute time between 15 and 30 minutes.
Water Valley's commute patterns reflect rural car dependency with moderate travel times.
Solo Driving — 77.3% of commuters drive alone to work.
Moderate Commute — Most residents spend 15 to 30 minutes commuting.
| Drive Alone Rate | 77.3% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 6.1% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 14075
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Water Valley?
The median home price is $416,728, more expensive than 33.9% of New York neighborhoods.
How common is child poverty?
Child poverty rate is 0.0%, lower than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What are common occupations?
Residents work mainly in executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical jobs.