Lake Grove Village Center, NY
Is Village Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Lake Grove, NY - 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
$834,760
Average Rent
$5,181
Vacancy Rate
0%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview of Lake Grove Village Center, NY
Lake Grove Village Center is a suburban neighborhood with a median home price of $834,760 and an average rent of $5,181. It has virtually no vacant housing, indicating strong demand.
Most homes are owner occupied and built between 1940 and 1999, with a mix of medium to large single-family homes and apartments.
UpscaleLow VacancyEstablished Homes
Quick Facts
| Owner Occupied Rate |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes, mostly owner occupied.
| Built 1940-1969 | |
|---|---|
| Built 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Zero vacancy rate indicates tight housing supply and high demand.
Homes are well-established, mostly built mid-20th century.
Families and Lifestyle
The neighborhood is home to many executives and professionals, with a strong presence of college students.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated better for executive lifestyles than 95.6% of NY neighborhoods.
| Executive, Management, Professional | 55.7% |
|---|---|
| Sales and Service | 23.7% |
Demographics and Culture
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 1.1% |
| Top Languages | English, Spanish, Tagalog |
| Top Ancestries | Italian, Irish, Puerto Rican, German, Asian |
Commute Patterns
Most residents drive alone with typical commute times under 30 minutes.
Residents mostly drive alone and have relatively short commutes.
Short Commutes — 36.3% commute 15-30 minutes.
Car Usage — High rate of driving alone (81.5%).
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 81.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.4% |
Homes for sale near 11755
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the housing like in Lake Grove Village Center?
Housing is mostly medium to large single-family homes and apartments, mostly owner occupied and well established.
Is this neighborhood good for executives?
Yes, it is rated better for executive lifestyles than 95.6% of New York neighborhoods.