Lake Grove South, Lake Grove, NY
Is Lake Grove South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Lake Grove, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe563
Medium726
Low1190
Other2708
55 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape20
Child involved22
Assault2
Other16
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 emergency involving a minor female was reported near Hawthorne Street and North Evergreen Drive in Selden. The boy involved left in a black vehicle and reportedly returned twice. | Hawthorne St & N Evergreen Dr, Selden, NY 11784 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 51-year-old female near the car wash on Horseblock Road off Hanrahan. | Horseblock Road, Farmingville, NY 11738 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involves a 51-year-old female reported sick near Horseblock Road and Hanrahan Avenue at a car wash. | Horseblock Road, Farmingville, NY 11738 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible carbon monoxide alarm at a residence near Chester Street in Lake Grove, across from Magnolia Avenue, with the local precinct and fire department notified and responding. | Chester St, Lake Grove, NY 11755 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders are dispatched for a reported 31-year-old woman having difficulty breathing and not speaking at a residence near Darling Court and Humming Lane in Smithtown, New York. | Darling Ave, Smithtown, NY 11787 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible carbon monoxide alarm at a residence near Chester Street in Lake Grove, with fire units notified and responding. | Chester St, Lake Grove, NY 11755 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews from multiple departments are responding to a reported residential structure fire near Coates Avenue North in the Ronkonkoma and Holbrook area under automatic mutual aid. | Coates Ave N, Holbrook, NY 11741 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units from multiple departments provided automatic mutual aid to the Ronkonkoma Fire Department for a reported structure fire at a residence on Coates Avenue North near Fifth and Fourth avenues. | Coates Ave N, Holbrook, NY 11741 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible residential fire involving an oven on Coates Avenue North in Holbrook. Fire units are responding to the scene. | Coates Ave N, Holbrook, NY 11741 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Portion Road behind Boulevard for a 61-year-old male possibly in shock. The situation may involve a problem with the male's partner at a different location, and the male's statements were unclear. | Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$677,298
Average Rent
$2,327
Vacancy Rate
2.6%
Detached Single-Family Homes
98.7%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Lake Grove South is a suburban neighborhood in Lake Grove, NY, with a median home price of $677,298, more expensive than about half of New York neighborhoods.
The housing stock is mostly older, well-established single-family homes and townhomes, with a very low vacancy rate of 2.6%, indicating tight housing supply.
SuburbanFamily-FriendlyHigh Owner Occupancy
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is dominated by detached single-family homes with most properties owner occupied and built between 1940 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969 and 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Almost all homes are detached single-family, rare nationally.
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is family-friendly with strong schools and a high share of owner-occupied homes.
Family Focused — Top 6.5% family-friendly in New York with many families and strong schools.
Cultural Diversity — Notable Greek (6.4%) and Italian (31.6%) ancestries with multiple languages spoken.
| Executive/Professional Employment | 40.0% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 3.2% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 40.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Wealthy |
| Child Poverty Rate | 3.2% |
| Top Languages | ["English (80.2%)","Spanish","Arabic"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian (31.6%)","Irish (21.7%)","Polish (11.5%)","German (9.4%)","Greek (6.4%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with a mix of short and longer commutes.
Commutes are mostly by car with a significant portion commuting over an hour.
Short Commutes — Over a third commute 15-30 minutes.
Long Commutes — 14.3% commute over an hour each way.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (37.9%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 75.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 9.6% |
Homes for sale near 11755
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Lake Grove South?
The median home price is $677,298, more expensive than 49.3% of New York neighborhoods.
What is notable about the housing type?
98.7% of homes are detached single-family, higher than 97.3% of U.S. neighborhoods.