Front St / Main St, Hempstead, NY
Is Front St / Main St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe649
Medium454
Low196
Other1183
131 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape34
Child involved34
Assault3
Other64
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, a medical call reports an elderly person down a flight of stairs near East 21st and Robert S. Units F162 and 414 were dispatched to the location. | South St, Herricks, NY 11040 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, a patient with chest pain is reported near Kingston Avenue and Pine Street. Multiple medical units and paramedics are dispatched to the area. | Kingston Ave, South Floral Park, NY 11001 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, unit 961 and Medic 1 are transporting one patient from near May Avenue to Winthrop. Mileage and start of transport info were communicated. | 1st St, Mineola, NY 11501 | 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, a middle-aged male is vomiting after recent lung surgery near May Avenue between Sylvan Lane and Nursery Lane. Patient removal is in progress with Medic 122 on scene in Irving. | May Ave, Westbury, NY 11590 | Medical Emergency |
| 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 |
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Median Home Price
$541,609
Average Rent
$3,768
Vacancy Rate
17.9%
Overview
Front St / Main St is a densely urban neighborhood in Hempstead, NY, with mostly renter-occupied small to medium apartments and some single-family homes.
The median home price is $541,609, with an average rent of $3,768 and a high vacancy rate of 17.9%.
UrbanHigh RentalDiverse
Quick Facts
| Rental Occupancy | 87.9% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is dominated by small apartments and high rental occupancy, with many buildings older and some newer.
| Rental Occupancy Rate | 87.9% |
|---|---|
| Small Apartment Share | 84.4% |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969 and some post-2000 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing is renter occupied, uncommon for buyers.
Vacancy rate is very high, which may indicate market challenges.
Predominance of studios and small apartments shapes neighborhood character.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse population with many employed in sales and service jobs.
Diverse community with strong presence of sales and service workers.
High carpooling rate reflects community commuting patterns.
Diverse Urban — A mix of cultures and languages with a strong urban feel.
Working Class — Employment dominated by sales, service, and manufacturing jobs.
| Sales & Service Employment | 38.0% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 30.9% |
Demographics
| Sales & Service Employment | 38.0% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| Income Level | Below average |
| Foreign Born Residents | 36.7% |
| Top Languages | ["Spanish (55.8%)","English","French (3.4%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Haitian (14.2%)","Puerto Rican (9.3%)","German (4.4%)","Dominican (3.9%)","Irish (3.4%)"] |
Commute
Commutes are generally short with high bus and carpool usage.
Front St / Main St features short commutes with high bus and carpool use.
High Bus Ridership — More bus commuters than 99.5% of US neighborhoods.
High Carpooling — Carpool rate is among the highest nationally.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute 15-30 minutes.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 31.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 30.9% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 26.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Front St / Main St?
The median home price is $541,609, more expensive than 41.0% of NY neighborhoods.
What is the rental market like?
Rental occupancy is very high at 87.9%, with many small apartments.
How is the commute?
Most commutes are short, with high bus and carpool usage.